I bought the newest smartphone, but it’s my first upgrade in 6 years. What’s the best way to transfer all of my contacts and data without losing anything?

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Transitioning to a New Device

While getting a new smartphone can be very exciting, the thought of transferring all of your apps, contacts, photos, and other saved data to that new device can feel overwhelming. This process can take hours of your valuable time if it's done manually. Thankfully though, most modern smartphones have quick ways to save, back up, and restore data so that much of the transfer process can take place automatically - saving you time and frustration, so you can focus on enjoying your new device.

Learn how to save and back up information on your current device so it can easily be restored on your new device with the following articles:

 
How to Save Contacts on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

 
How to Save Contacts from an Android Phone or Tablet

 
How to Backup an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

 
How to Backup an Android Phone or Tablet