The joy that comes with buying a new iPhone is indescribable.
One cannot wait to show it off to family and friends at work.
But do you know how to operate it?
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Do you have any idea how to transfer contacts from Samsung to iPhone?
I hope you do not plan on jotting them down then save them again later?
If you have little or no clue on how to go about this, fret not.
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This is a common phenomenon among most first-time iPhone users migrating from Samsung.
The best part, these life hacks can be used on most Samsung and iPhone devices.
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When you open it, it gives you an option for signing in to your Google account.
Once signed in, you should probably “Enable Sync Contacts” to complete the process.
This step is essential when you want to transfer contacts from Samsung to iPhone 8.
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Similarly, it helps you access your backed up contacts on any other gadget, including your iPhone 8.
Here, you will be prompted to sign in as well.
The Sync option will come after you are signed in.
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Use of Move to iOS utility
Technology has made life easier, and it keeps getting better every day.
Various apps are coming up that help in multiple areas of our lives.
On your Samsung gadget, it’s crucial that you download and install Move to iOS software.
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Launch the app and agree to the terms and conditions.
That is how you transfer contacts from Samsung to iPhone X using Move to iOS App.
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After you are done, open it and have both phones connected using the USB cable.
The app will automatically detect the two.
Wait until all have successfully been moved to your iPhone.
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Now you know how to transfer contacts from iPhone to Samsung.
Move contacts from Samsung to iPhone using your email
This method is by far the simplest of the four.
After you are done, take your Samsung phone and select all your contacts.
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Next to the “Search” button is the “Share Name Card” button which you should click.
Then you will see various options and you should pick “Email”.
The contacts will be converted into a vCard.
Open your email on the iPhone and tap the attached vCard to import your contacts.
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5.
Unfortunately, this is not possible as iPhone users cannot move any data via Bluetooth.
However, options such asiCloudandiTunesare there to help you solve this problem.
Can I transfer my contacts from Samsung to iPhone?
Yes, it’s possible for you to, and the options available are endless.
The easiest option is Google Sync.
You only need to log into yourGmail accountand sync to have all your contacts on your new iPhone.
To sync contacts, you need a Gmail account.
Click “controls” and look for “Passwords and Accounts”.
Add your Google account, if you have not done it yet.
After that, turn on “Contacts” and “Save”, to complete the process.
Yes, you’re free to.
You need the app on both devices to successfully move any data you want.
Hence, it is essential to backup contacts before starting the process.
However, those on Google need to be saved manually.
You might feel a little confused with numerous options available.
She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.
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