So you got tired of Android wild and bought a ticket to the Apple land. This guide gives you some tips to pack up for your trip and help you make the transition as smooth as possible. Moving away from Google's ecosystem and manufacturer team, there are some challenges, but you can find a solution.
We'll show you how to transfer your contacts, move your valuable music, videos, photos, find equivalent services on iOS and replace what's left over. We will also help you find your feet with some tips and show you how to get the most out of your new iPhone. Let's do it.
What you are leaving
It's worth considering what you can't take when preparing to give up Android. The phone case is not compatible with the new iPhone, and the dock may not, but it is likely that other Android accessories you have purchased are compatible. When connected using Bluetooth, it works fine on iPhone. Most speaker accessories and docks are standard and compatible with iPhone. Even conventional headphones work on the latest iPhones, but you'll have to buy a Lightning-3.5mm adapter.
Obviously you can't take your Android app, but iOS has a lot of great options, so you can replace most of them. Say goodbye to home screen customization and you won't actually find it on iOS. Finally, I have a question about what to do with an old phone. Wiping is best because you need cash to buy a new iPhone.
Use apps from Apple
First of all, we have to mention the Apple app, go to iOS. If you go to iOS, you can use it for free on the Google Play Store, and you can transfer your contacts, message history, photos, videos, web bookmarks, mail accounts, and calendars to new apps. Ignore the low grade. Rather than reflecting how well your app works, it's a competition between Android and iOS. Download and install it on your existing Android phone and follow the instructions to copy the content you want.
If you're not using Apple's apps or aren't right for yourself, don't worry as there are various alternatives below.
Naturally, you want to get in touch with you, and there are various ways you can do it. Starting with this guide on how to transfer contacts between iPhone and Android, you can easily handle the process using Gmail and iTunes.
Google to Apple Services
When we covered how to switch from iPhone to Android, we discussed all the Google services that can be used to replace Apple's products, but it's much easier to go the other way because all of the Google services you used on Android are available. The same is true for iOS. You can find the full list on this Apple App Store page.
On iOS, you can enjoy Google Maps, Chrome, YouTube Music (formerly Google Play Music), Google Drive, and Google Assistant. They may work slightly differently compared to Android, but if you make a huge investment in using one of them, its presence on iOS will definitely help you feel at home.
Of course, there are still a lot of Apple alternatives and they are set as the default option on new iPhones. Try the following:
- iTunes and App Store: Perfect for buying and organizing music, movies, TV shows, applications, audio books, and more.
- Safari web browser: Allows you to sync bookmarks on all Apple devices.
- iCloud: Back up your files, contacts, calendars, and photos.
There is also a map app that provides step-by-step directions and various premium option additions. Creative people will want to try iMovie and GarageBand. Worker Holic will love Keynote, Pages, Numbers. There is also an iBook for reading and the largest collection of free educational content available through iTunes U.
If you like games, I highly recommend the subscription service Apple Arcade. Apple Arcade gives you access to a great library of games for free, without ads, for $ 5 per month. There are our favorite Apple Arcade games to stimulate your appetite.
Move photos, videos, and music
It is important to back up your precious memories. You have seen how to back up, speed up and clean up your iPhone or Android device.
To copy files over a wired connection, connect your Android phone to your computer using a USB-C or Micro USB to USB cable. Unpack notifications from your Android phone and make sure you are connected. It should connect automatically in media transfer mode (MTP). A pop-up will appear on your PC and give you a variety of options: Open device to view files. Or can go Start> Computer It should be on the list. Navigate to the desired file and drag it to your computer. Here's how to transfer files from Android phone to Mac.
To import files from your computer to your iPhone, connect your iPhone and start iTunes. Select your device in the left panel of iTunes, App Tab, then scroll down File sharing section If you don't have a file sharing section, then you don't have a file sharing app installed on your iPhone. Select the application you want to transfer the file to, then drag and drop the file from your computer to the right space in iTunes.
To transfer all your photos, first make sure that the new photos on your iPhone are backed up, then select your device again in iTunes, Picture Check up tab Photo sync Box is selected, tap the drop-down menu Copy file from folder. Now select the folder of photos you want to transfer. Warning: Doing so can result in the loss of the photos on your iPhone, so back it up first.
Going wireless and using the cloud to transfer files can be much easier. You can log in to iCloud and use it, but you can only get 5 GB for free. You can enhance this at any time with Google Drive, Google Photos, Microsoft OneDrive, DropBox or any other cloud service.
You can access movies, music or books purchased through Google Play through your iPhone's browser or by downloading the correct Google iOS app. For example, if you're using Google Play Books on Android, simply download the Google Play Books app for iOS and you'll have instant access to your collection. You can do the same if you backed up your files in Google Drive or uploaded your photos to Google Photos. Instant access to interrupt iOS apps and sync files.
You can easily transfer files using other cloud solutions. Most big names like Dropbox have Android and iOS apps, so you just need to download the iOS app, enter your account details, and copy everything you need.
Importing music to iTunes is reasonable and easy to do. Make sure you have the Google Play Music Music Manager installed on your computer or Google Play Music on your Chrome browser. Download my library From Download Tab. Select the folder you want to download, then launch iTunes File> Add Folder to LibraryIf you select the same folder, it is copied to all folders. If you have all your music in iTunes, check out our documentation on how to download music to your iPod or iPhone.
Move text message
Often when I switch to a new phone I leave old text messages. Most of them will not miss, but sometimes you will have a special farewell or romantic message. Unfortunately, there is only one way to do this and it is provided directly by Apple. You can also transfer contacts, photos, videos, mail accounts, web bookmarks, and calendars to the & # 39; Go to iOS & # 39; app mentioned above.
Welcome to iOS
At first glance, looking around these parts is bound to look strange and there are things you might miss about Android, but iOS is intuitively designed so you don't have to solve too many problems. You can make the landing as smooth as possible.
Get Directions
The first thing that stands out is rear or Multitasking button. If you have an iPhone X or later, you need to move around using gestures. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to go to the home screen at any time, swipe up from the bottom of the screen, then pause to see your open apps, swipe to the right to show the widget, and swipe down from the center of the screen to access access. Swipe down from the top right corner to open the control center. It's a bit like Quick Settings in the Notifications pane on Android. Press and hold the power button to launch Siri, Apple's voice support.
If you're switching to an older iPhone, all you need is a cell House The button always returns to the home screen. Normally, the Back option appears in the upper left corner of the screen. Otherwise House Press the button to exit the app. When you open the latest app or multitasking House Button twice. You can also hold House Press the button to start Siri. You can ask questions, get directions, set appointments, and more.
To set up, view the individual app menus, Settings App.
The pulldown notification bar is familiar to Android, but by default notifications are also displayed on the lock screen. You can always change this Settings> Notification. Tap or swipe the notification to open the related app. To turn off the notification, you need to tap the small cross in the upper right. Some pop-up notifications provide current interaction, so you can dismiss the notification or write a quick reply without leaving your current app. You can also add widgets to the notification center. Swipe down from the top or swipe right to open Edit You can see what your choice is.
customizing
The home screen on iOS is basically similar to the app drawer on Android. It's just a list of all your apps. Scroll to the right to access additional home screen pages. Long press an app to move or delete the icon. To create a folder, drag and drop it over another app icon.
Setting an iPhone wallpaper is easy. move to Settings App, select wallpaper, Select the image you want to use. The resolution of the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone XS is 2436 x 1125 pixels, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is 2688 x 1242 pixels, and the iPhone 11 is 1792 x 828 pixels. The resolution of the iPhone 8 is 1334 x 750 pixels, but you can make it slightly larger considering the parallax effect.
For ringtones, you can choose or create your own. Check out the iPhone guide to learn how to make ringtones and get information about them.
App
The app and game selection on iOS is great. All the popular apps you used on Android are easy to find on Apple's App Store. There are lots of best iPhone apps and best iPhone games to get started.
Software update
To get operating system updates, Apple's iPhone is the best device. I'm happy to leave Android in this regard. Only Google Pixel phones guarantee quick updates. Most Android phones with manufacturer skins are much slower and require wireless carrier approval, so the process can take months. With iPhone, updates are universal and easy to apply. Older models may not support the latest software, so iOS isn't fully fragmented, but the problem is much less. You have the option to wirelessly through Settings> General> Software UpdateOr you can do it via iTunes by plug-in. To get the most out of the latest iOS version, iOS 13, here are some useful iOS 13 tips.
Battery life
Apple works hard on the battery life of the iPhone and some users report that the juice continues to flow longer than some Android flagship phones (this is controversial). You may miss your home screen widget, but at least your battery drains without battery. Regardless of improvement, most people will want to find a way to maximize iPhone battery life.
The latest iPhones all support Qi wireless charging, so you can charge them without having to pack a wireless charger or use the same charger as your Android phone.
Additional iPhone options and tips
Here are some tips on the main settings that will help you get started with your new iPhone 11, 11 Pro, or 11 Pro Max. If you decide to save cash and use an older model, start with the iPhone XS tip or iPhone 8 tip.
FaceTime features let iPhone have video calls as an option. You can find everything you need to know how to use the FaceTime guide.
If you have a serious problem with your iPhone, check out how to reset your iPhone. There is also a guide to common iOS 13 issues and will be completed with a solution if possible. You can handle unwanted calls as a way to block calls on your iPhone. Here, Digital Trends covers all kinds of tips and guides for the iPhone, so you can find more useful information.
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To return to the other side, there is also an iOS vs Android guide.
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