When you make the switch from Android to iPhone, one of the first things you need to know is how to transfer photos from your Android device to your iOS device. In this blog post, we’ll go over three methods to transfer photos from Android to iPhone, with or without a PC.
Method One: Transfer with Google Photos App
This method doesn’t require a PC, but you will need to have the Google Photos app installed on your Android device. Simply head to the settings menu in the app, tap “backup and sync,” and make sure it is switched on. All your photos will automatically upload to the cloud, which may take some time depending on the amount of media you need to back up.
Next, pick up your iPhone and open the App Store. Search for Google Photos and install the app. Once the download is complete, allow access to all photos and sign in to your Google account. Make sure you use the same Google account that you used on your Android device.
After logging in, tap your profile icon in the top right corner, go to photo settings, and toggle the backup and sync off. Then, your images will be available to download.
Method Two: Send Photos with the Move to iOS App
If you haven’t activated your iPhone yet, you can try using this method. Download the Move to iOS app on your Android device. Apple has their own app called Move to iOS, which is for people wanting to switch to the Apple ecosystem from their Android rivals.
Make sure your new iPhone is in the setup state, and both phones are connected to the same Wi-Fi network with a sufficient amount of battery. Open the Move to iOS app on your Android device and tap continue to agree to the terms and conditions. You’ll receive a code on your iPhone, which you’ll need to enter on your Android device to make the connection between the two.
Choose what data you want to transfer, including photos. However, you’ll need to transfer all your photos from your Android to your new iPhone. The process will not take too long, depending on the size of your data. Once done, you can continue and finish the setup on your iPhone.
Method Three: Share Photos with iCare Phone
This method requires a PC, but you can transfer the exact photo instead of overwriting your existing data. Connect your Android device to the computer and find your device name on the PC. Photos are usually saved in the Camera folder. Choose the photos you want to transfer, and copy them to a new, empty file.
Connect your iPhone to your PC and launch iCare Phone. Click manage on the left menu bar, then click import. Use the file or folder option and choose the folder where you saved your photos. In just seconds, your photos will be transferred to your iPhone.
Conclusion
These are the three methods to transfer photos from Android to iPhone. While Google Photos and Move to iOS are free, the iCare Phone method requires a PC. Choose the method that works best for you and transfer your photos with ease.