Did you just buy a new iPhone? Although it is very easy to follow the configuration steps from your iPhone when you first turn it on, you may need additional tips or advice to know how to configure it from scratch in step.
For this reason, we decided to gather in this article some key points to keep in mind when preparing a new iPhone.
The first thing to remember is whether you were an iPhone user or when you moved from Android to iPhone. If you already have an iPhone, and want to transfer all data from one iOS device to another, you can start learning from month 1.
If you "migrate" to a new iPhone from an Android phone, you can go straight to step 5.
And in case this is your first smartphone, or if you just want to configure it as a new device without transferring any data from another cell phone, then go to step 6.
1. Back up your old iPhone
If you migrate to this new iPhone using another iPhone before, it is possible to transfer all data, including apps and settings to your new iOS device.
How to use backup via iTunes
Before you start make sure you use the latest version of iTunes. Select & # 39; iTunes & # 39; in the main menu and select an option to look for for updates.
To make a backup, connect the old iPhone to the computer you use to sync your devices, open iTunes, select the iPhone you have connected and click the sync button.
How to use Backup with iCloud
If you're using the latest version of iOS, then it's very likely that iCloud automatically performs daily backups (only when the phone connects to a Wi-Fi network).
It is recommended that, when possible, you back up yourself.
To do this, open it & # 39; Settings & # 39; then go to ICloud> Copy to iCloud & # 39; and then select a backup now.
Copying to iCloud takes longer than iTunes, especially if it's the first time you have done this.
2. Startup options
Unlock your new iPhone and slide the & # 39; Swipe bar to configure & # 39; Apple will guide you through various steps.
Some of these steps will be: choose your language, country or region, Wi-Fi connection, enable local permissions, then you will have the option to restore it to iCloud, from iTunes or set up as a new phone.
3. Set up your new iPhone from iTunes Backup
If you are going to set up your new iPhone from iTunes, connect your iPhone to the computer where you made the copy. ITunes will ask you if you want to restore from a backup or set up as a new device.
Select an option to restore to this copy. When the process is complete your new iPhone will start. Keep the app connected to iTunes to sync your music with other multimedia files.
4. Set up your new iPhone for your iCloud copy
If you have a backup of your old iPhone in iCloud, you won't need to connect the iPhone to your computer. Of course, we recommend that you connect it to the terminal to charge and that it is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
When you start the configuration, select the & # 39; Restore option from iCloud & # 39; You will need to enter your Apple ID and password. Select a copy of your previous device and then click & # 39; Restore & # 39;
Wait until the call completes backup. The time it takes will depend on the amount of information contained in that copy and the speed of the Internet connection.
When the restore process is complete, the device will restart.
5. Move from Android to iPhone
If you leave a smartphone For Android or Windows on the iPhone, the process can be more complicated. Even if you are able to go through all the details well it will be easy.
Apple has greatly helped the process of moving from Android to iOS as a result of the app Submit to iOS available on the Play Store. You should download this app to your Android, run it and follow all the steps.
For more information on how to migrate from an Android smartphone to an iOS iPhone, we recommend that Click on this link to read our detailed guide.
6. How to submit emails, contacts and calendars on iPhone
If you use your Gmail account smartphone, Everything is already synced thanks to the central server. You can add that Gmail account to your new iPhone with no problem.
Apple has the default methods for those using Microsoft Exchange, Gmail, Yahoo, AOL or Hotmail.
You can also perform manual configuration when using POP, IMAP, LDAP, CardDAV contacts or CalDAV account calendars.
7. How to sync music and movies to iPhone
Use iTunes on your Mac or PC to sync your music, TV series, movies and photos from your computer to your new iPhone.
If the past smartphone It was not an iPhone, you must first transfer all those files from your mobile phone to your computer and iTunes, and then from iTunes to transfer them to your new iPhone.
Connect your iPhone to your computer, open iTunes, select your device from the menu you will see at the left of the screen and select the music and movies you want to sync.
You may be interested to read our article on how to free up space on the iPhone: Get more storage space.
8. How to sync photos to iPhone
To sync photos to iPhone you will need to add them to the & # 39; Photos & # 39; App on your Mac or save them to a specific folder on your PC.
Once stored on your computer or Mac, you can easily transfer to your new iPhone.
If you need some details about the process, we recommend you read our article How to transfer photos from iPhone to PC
You may also be interested in: 5 Ways to Delete Photos on iPhone or iPad either How to add photos to Instagram from your Mac.
9. How to import contacts from a very old phone to an iPhone
If your phone has a nano SIM you can easily transfer your contacts. Copy all the nano SIM contacts to your old phone and, once you have configured your new iPhone, you can copy all of your contacts.
To do this, insert an old SIM card, which you have copied to your new iPhone contacts. Go to & # 39; Settings> Email, Contacts & Calendars> Import SIM card contacts & # 39 ;.
When the import is complete, you can use the SIM card you want, and your contacts will be transferred to the phone.
10. How to configure face ID on iPhone X
This category will only apply to owners of the latest iPhone model, the iPhone X.
IOS will ask you to configure a face ID during the normal configuration process, but in case you should skip this step, you can return to it by going to & # 39; Settings> Face ID & # 39; and entering your password and access code. Tap the facial registration option.
Tap & # 39; Start & # 39; When prompted, you should place your face on the frame of the screen and move your head slightly for scan.
Wait while your facial ID scans your face twice. If there are gaps around the edges of the circle that are not green, then the face ID needs to scan that part of your face again.
When that is all done, tap on & # 39; Ready & # 39; If you want some details about this process, you can take a look Apple's official website by clicking on this link.
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