Use the Android Backup and Restore Feature
First, check that your old device is backing up your data:
Restore Your Data to the New Phone
Now you’re ready to restore your data to the new Android. If you haven’t set up your new phone, you’ll be able to restore your data, including apps, during that process.
Use the Samsung Smart Switch Mobile App
If you have the Galaxy S7 or later, Smart Switch Mobile is pre-installed on your device. For older devices, download the app from Google Play or the Samsung app store. You can use the app to transfer data from an Android phone running 6.0 Marshmallow or later to a Samsung phone. To access the app on the S7 or later, tap Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch. For any other phones, look for it in the app drawer. You can use three methods with Smart Switch: Wirelessly, USB cable, or external storage (SD card or USB storage).
Using Smart Switch With a Wireless Connection
Here’s how to transfer apps using the wireless method, which is the most straightforward.
Using Smart Switch With a USB Cable
Here’s how to transfer apps using a USB cable.
Using Smart Switch With an SD Card
To use the external storage option, insert the SD card or connect the phone to the USB storage device that contains the apps you want to restore. Follow the screen prompts. Samsung also has Smart Switch apps for Windows and Mac. Download and launch the desktop app, connect your new phone to the computer, and follow the on-screen instructions to transfer apps and other data.
Backing Up and Restoring Games
How frustrating is it to start up a new phone, open your favorite game, and find that your progress has been erased? Fear not. With most games in the Play Store, you can easily back up your progress and bring it with you to each new device. A common way to back up games is through Google Play Games. Compatible apps have a green gamepad icon on their Play Store listing. Open the app, tap the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner, then select Settings and turn on the Automatically sign in to supported games toggle. Once you’ve transferred your games to the new phone, log in to your Play Games account to sync progress. If your game is not Google Play Games compatible, back it up separately. Check the app’s settings to see if there’s a backup option.
Other Considerations
For non-Google apps, double-check that those apps are backing up to Google Drive. For instance, you might want a messaging app to save your chat history. Most popular apps will have this option. If you save passwords or bookmarks in Chrome or another mobile browser, be sure to sign in on all your devices so that your data syncs properly. Go to the browser settings and sign in if you’re not already.
