How to transfer data from an iPhone or iPad to a new Galaxy device with Smart Switch

Last Update date : Jul 23. 2026
How to transfer data from an iPhone or iPad to a new Galaxy device with Smart Switch How to transfer data from an iPhone or iPad to a new Galaxy device with Smart Switch

When you turn on your Galaxy device for the first time, you will see a welcome page. Tap “iPhone or iPad”. Choose a Wi-Fi network, set your Google account and the SIM card you would like to use and get started with Smart Switch.

Step 1: Ready to switch with SmartSwitch

Open Smart Switch on your new device.

 Locate the Smart Switch app on your new Galaxy.  Locate the Smart Switch app on your new Galaxy.
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Step 2: Transfer your data to your new device

In the section to transfer your data, select "receive on this phone.

In the section to transfer your data, select "receive on this phone. In the section to transfer your data, select "receive on this phone.
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Step 3: Connect your devices

Connect your devices using the cable from your previous device or transfer your data wirelessly using your iCloud account.

In this case, select iPhone/iPad.

NOTE: Some data may not transfer when using wireless transfer via iCloud.

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Step 3: Connect your devices

Connect your devices via your old device cable or transfer your data wirelessly using your iCloud account.

NOTE: Some data may not transfer when using wireless transfer via iCloud.

 

Get connected How do you want to connect? Get connected How do you want to connect?
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Step 4: Trust your device connection

On your iPhone, tap Trust and enter your passcode. Then tap Next on your new device.

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Step 5: Connect

To transfer your data to this phone, open Smart Switch on your iPhone or iPad and scan this QR code.

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Step 6: Select your content

Select the content you want to transfer.

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Step 7: It allows information to be organized

You can now disconnect the USB cable. 

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Step 8: Resultados de la transferencia de datos

It will show you the information that was successfully transferred and will also offer app recommendations. Review the suggested compatible apps. Uncheck the apps you don't want to install and tap "Skip" or "Install" to continue.

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Step 9: The process is now complete

The information transfer process was successfully completed.

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Make sure you have everything needed for a smooth transfer

•Fully charged devices.

•A computer for iTunes or iCloud.

•iPhone Lightning to USB-C Cable or iPhone Lightning to USB Cable and USB-OTG adapter.

Step 1: Connect

Connect your new device to your old iPhone or iPad with a USB-C Lightning cable. To transfer data, confirm you’re trusting as a trusted device on the first phone and keep them together until setup is done on the new device.

Step 2: Select

Choose the data you want to bring over from your old device and then tap Transfer.

Select data to trnasfer

Step 3: Import

Start the import and let it finish before doing anything else. Your device will be ready to go in no time, once the data is imported. Once setup is done you can check the status of your transfer in your notifications.

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How to transfer display, keyboard and navigation settings to a new Galaxy device

Make the most of your experience with your previous phone with Smart Switch to transfer personalized settings to your new phone conveniently and easily. 

View of organize your phone set up process with options to transfer home screen and apps. View of organize your phone set up process with options to transfer home screen and apps.

Step 1. Select the options you wish to transfer, to organize your phone and tap next.

View of how to get around set up process with option to transfer swipe gestures and on the screen buttons. View of how to get around set up process with option to transfer swipe gestures and on the screen buttons.

Step 2. Select the options you wish to transfer, to navigate your phone and tap next.

View of choose your keyboard layout set up process. View of choose your keyboard layout set up process.

Step 3. Select the options you wish to transfer for your keyboard on your phone and tap next to complete the process.

You are facing problems transferring data from your iOS device?

We recommend this additional link that will help you to solve the problems you are facing: Problems you may experience when transferring from iOS using Smart Switch.

User Manual

Find the User Manual for your Samsung product.

Service Centers

Locate the nearest Samsung service center to have your product checked.

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