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Basics
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Device and data management
Transferring data from your previous device
You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch.
The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available.
•
Mobile version (Smart Switch Mobile): Transfer data between mobile devices. You can
download the app from
Galaxy Apps
or
Play Store
.
•
Computer version: Transfer data between your device and a computer. You can download
the app from
www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch
•
Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers.
•
Limitations apply. Visit
www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch
for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to
transfer.
Transferring data from a mobile device
Transfer data from your previous device to your new device.
When you turn on your new device for the first time, tap
DOWNLOAD AND OPEN
in the
Smart Switch installation pop-up window to install the app. Alternatively, download and
install Smart Switch from
Galaxy Apps
or
Play Store
.
On both devices, launch
Smart Switch Mobile
and follow the on-screen instructions to
transfer data from your previous device.
Transferring data from a computer
Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your new
device.
1
On the computer, visit
www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch
to download Smart Switch.
2
On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.