How to Use Mi Mover to Transfer Data to a New Xiaomi Phone
Mi Mover is Xiaomi's built-in phone transfer app that wirelessly moves contacts, photos, videos, apps, messages, and settings to a new Xiaomi phone — no cables or computer needed.
Mi Mover: What It Can Transfer
| Data Type | Mi Mover Support |
|---|---|
| Contacts | ✅ |
| Photos & Videos | ✅ |
| Installed Apps | ✅ (APKs transferred, data varies) |
| SMS / Call logs | ✅ |
| Wi-Fi passwords | ✅ |
| Settings & wallpaper | ✅ |
| WhatsApp chats | ❌ (use WhatsApp's own backup) |
How to Use Mi Mover
On the OLD phone:
1. Open Settings > Additional Settings > Mi Mover (or search "Mi Mover")
2. Tap "I'm the sender"
3. A QR code appears on screen — keep this phone nearby
On the NEW phone:
1. Open Settings > Additional Settings > Mi Mover
2. Tap "I'm the receiver"
3. Scan the QR code shown on the old phone
4. Select which data to transfer
5. Tap "Transfer" — Mi Mover creates a direct Wi-Fi hotspot between phones
Transfer speed: ~2–5 GB per minute (varies by file size and type).
Mi Mover from iPhone to Xiaomi
Mi Mover also supports iPhone → Xiaomi transfer:
- On iPhone: Share via iCloud backup or direct cable
- Or use "Move to Android" (Google's official iOS app) on iPhone
Transfer Tips
- Keep both phones close during transfer (under 50 cm ideal)
- Disable mobile data on old phone to avoid interference
- Large transfers (50+ GB) may take 20–30 minutes
- For safest WhatsApp transfer, use WhatsApp's own "Chat Transfer" feature or Google Drive backup + restore
Dr.Fone – Phone Transfer is an alternative that transfers all data types including WhatsApp between any two phones (including from iPhone) via computer, with complete fidelity.
