Getting your new Motorola Razr Plus (2024) set up with all your old stuff is the first step to enjoying that foldable screen. The process is pretty smooth, whether you're upgrading from another Android or making the switch from an iPhone. I'd start the transfer during the initial phone setup for the best experience.
Start the Transfer During Razr Setup
The absolute easiest time to move everything is when you first turn on your new Razr. After you select your language and connect to Wi-Fi, you'll hit a screen that says "Copy apps & data." Tap Next here. You'll see a few options, including copying directly from your old Android phone or restoring from a Google cloud backup.
If you choose to copy from your old phone, make sure both devices are charged and near each other. Your Razr will generate a QR code. On your old Android phone, open the Google app and search for "set up my device," or navigate to Settings > Google > Set up & restore > Set up nearby device. Use your old phone to scan the QR code on the Razr's screen to pair them.
Use a USB Cable for a Fast, Complete Move
For the most reliable and thorough transfer, I recommend using a cable. You'll need a USB-C to USB-C cable, and if your old phone has a different port (like micro-USB or Lightning), you'll need the appropriate adapter. Once connected, your Razr Plus will detect the old device and walk you through choosing exactly what to bring over.
This method copies almost everything: your call history, text messages, photos, videos, contacts, calendar events, and even many of your app settings. It works without needing a Wi-Fi network, which is great if you're setting up somewhere without one. Just be patient, as moving a lot of photos and videos can take a while.
Restore from a Google One Backup
Don't have your old phone anymore? No problem, as long as you backed it up to Google. During the setup process on your Razr, after signing into your Google account, you'll be shown a list of available backups from your previous devices. Pick the most recent one from the phone you're replacing.
Your apps will begin downloading from the Play Store, and your settings and data will restore. To check if your old phone was backing up properly, you could have gone to Settings > System > Backup on that device. A recent backup date should have been shown there.
Switching from an iPhone to Your Razr
Moving from iOS takes a few extra steps, but it's straightforward. When you get to the "Copy apps & data" screen on your Razr, choose the option to transfer from an iPhone. You'll be prompted to download the "Switch to Android" app from the App Store on your iPhone.
Open that app on your iPhone and follow the instructions. You can connect via a cable (you'll need a Lightning to USB-C adapter) or use a wireless connection. Your contacts, calendar events, photos, and videos will transfer. Your text messages (iMessages) will also move if you disable iMessage on your iPhone first. You'll need to download your Android apps fresh from the Google Play Store.
Let Your Google Account Handle the Sync
A huge amount of your important information is tied to your Google account and syncs automatically. Once you sign in on your new Razr Plus, your contacts, calendar, Chrome bookmarks and history, Gmail, and notes from Google Keep will just appear. You can manage what gets synced by going to Settings > Passwords & accounts > Google and tapping on your account.
Transfer WhatsApp Chats and Other App Data
For WhatsApp, the transfer between Android phones is built-in. On your old Android phone, open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats > Chat transfer. Tap Start, then use your old phone to scan the QR code displayed on your new Razr. Your chat history will move over.
For other apps like social media or games, your progress is often saved to the cloud if you were logged in. Check each app's settings for a backup or sync option. Many games use Google Play Games to save your profile and achievements automatically.
After Everything is Moved Over
Take some time to scroll through your app drawer and your photos gallery to make sure everything looks right. Log into any apps that require fresh authentication, like banking or email clients. Once you're confident all your data is safely on your new Motorola Razr Plus, perform a factory reset on your old phone before you trade it in, sell it, or recycle it to protect your personal information.
