Set up new iPhone from old iPhone with ease! Discover the best ways to transfer data, including Quick Start, iCloud, iTunes, and FoneTool for a 1-click solution.
Getting a new iPhone is exciting, but setting up and transferring new iPhone from old iPhone correctly ensures you don't lose important contacts, photos, messages, and app settings. This guide covers four proven methods to transfer everything from your old iPhone to your new one seamlessly.
Before setting up new iPhone from old iPhone, it's important to back up your current device. This ensures that you don't lose any valuable data during the transfer process.
>> iCloud Backup:
Step 1. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
Step 2. Tap Back Up Now.
>> iTunes/Finder Backup:
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your computer, open iTunes (or Finder on Mac).
Step 2. Select your device, and click Back Up Now.
>> FoneTool Backup:
Full or selective backup iPhone to PC without iTunes
No iCloud storage limits
Faster than wireless options
Once the backup is complete, you can learn how to set up iPhone from old iPhone with different methods.
If you are looking for the quickest and most convenient way to transfer all your data, FoneTool is your best choice. Unlike iCloud and iTunes, which may take hours and require a stable Wi-Fi connection, FoneTool allows you to transfer data from your old iPhone to your new iPhone in a short time.
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Now, you can download FoneTool and follow the guide to learn best way to set up new iPhone from old iPhone.
Step 1. Connect both iPhones to computer > Open FoneTool > Select Phone Transfer > iPhone to iPhone.
Step 2. Enable backup encryption for security > Then tap Start Transfer to begin.
Step 3. Wait for completion - your data transfers automatically
💡Tip: Use FoneTool's selective transfer feature to move specific files like photos after initial setup without resetting your device, let's transfer photos from iPhone to iPhone.
Apple's Quick Start is a built-in feature that lets you wirelessly transfer data from your old iPhone to your new iPhone during the setup process. Below is how to set up new iPhone from old iPhone with Quick Start.
Step 1. Turn on Bluetooth on both iPhones > Place them close to each other.
Step 2. When you see Set Up New iPhone screen appear on old iPhone > Click Continue.
Step 3. Scan animation on new iPhone with old device's camera.
Step 4. Follow prompts > Choose Transfer from iPhone.
Step 5. Keep both iPhones close together until the transfer is complete.
Use existing iCloud backups if you regularly backup your old iPhone. If you are ready, you can follow the steps below to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone.
Step 1. Turn on new iPhone > Follow setup prompts.
Step 2. At Apps & Data screen > Choose Restore from iCloud Backup.
Step 3. Sign in with your Apple ID.
Step 4. Select most recent backup > Wait for restoration.
💡Tip: Ensure stable Wi-Fi and sufficient iCloud storage. Large backups may take several hours.
Traditional wired method using computer backup to set up your new iPhone. The process will be a little more complicated. But don't worry, just follow the steps below step by step.
Step 1. Connect your old iPhone to a PC/Mac > Open iTunes/Finder.
Step 2. Click Back Up Now to create a full backup.
Step 3. Disconnect old iPhone > Connect new iPhone.
Step 4. On your new iPhone, follow the setup steps > Then choose Restore from Mac or PC.
Step 5. Select the latest backup and wait for the transfer to finish.
You can use the following methods to completely transfer data: FoneTool (fastest method) – 1:1 transfer of all data via USB cable, no Wi-Fi required. Quick Start – Migrate data directly from the old iPhone, requires Wi-Fi, and takes a long time. iCloud Restore – Back up to iCloud first, then restore on the new iPhone, requires sufficient iCloud space. iTunes Restore – Full backup and restore via computer, more cumbersome operation.
Yes, it is recommended to insert the SIM card before data transfer so that the new iPhone can connect to the network for activation and ensure that all services (such as iMessage, FaceTime) are working properly. If you are using eSIM, you can also activate it during the setup process.
If your new iPhone has been set up but you want to migrate data, you can use FoneTool's Selective Transfer feature to transfer photos, contacts, music and other data from the old iPhone to the new iPhone without overwriting the original data. iCloud and iTunes methods usually require erasing the device first, so FoneTool is a better choice.
Setting up new iPhone from old iPhone doesn't have to be complicated. You can use Apple's built-in methods like Quick Start, iCloud, iTunes, or choose FoneTool for the fastest and most seamless solution, depending on your preference.
If you want a hassle-free, one-click transfer without relying on Wi-Fi or waiting for hours, FoneTool is your best choice. It guarantees a smooth transition without data loss and works with all iPhone models. Download FoneTool now and give it a try!