Transferring content from your old device
There are several ways to transfer your data from an old device to your new device.
- Transfer data using the Xperia Transfer 2 app.
- Synchronize data using Google account.
- Copy and transfer data using a computer.
- Copy and transfer data using an SD card.
Hint
- For more information about transferring content from your old device, go to support.google.com/android/.
Transferring content using the Xperia Transfer 2 app
The Xperia Transfer 2 app is recommended for transferring photos, videos, music, or other files from your old device to your new device.
The simplest way to connect devices is using a USB cable. To transfer content from an iOS device, use a USB OTG adapter together with the USB cable. You can also connect devices using a Wi-Fi connection.
(A): USB OTG adapter (Use a USB OTG adapter to transfer content from an iOS device.)
- On your new device, open the Xperia Transfer 2 app.
To transfer content from an Android OS device, download and open the Xperia Transfer 2 app on your old device. - Follow the on-screen instructions to connect and transfer content.