Here's how to painlessly switch your data
from one iPhone to another,
like when you get a new phone.
We will cover the steps you need to take
before switching your iPhones
and cover the two major methods of switching,
using the quick-start feature or using iCloud.
First, you need to save your current iPhone's data
in the event that something goes wrong.
This means making a backup.
You can back up your iPhone's data
by opening the settings app,
tapping your name at the top of the page,
and then selecting "iCloud."
Here, you'll find "iCloud Backup."
For the full details on how to make sure
that everything is backed up,
check out our video on how to back up your iPhone.
Secondly, if your phone uses a physical SIM card,
you need to take the SIM card
out of your current iPhone and put it into your new one
if you want to keep the same phone number.
Switching SIM cards isn't hard,
but you'll need a special tool to do it.
If you're not sure of the steps,
check out our video on how to remove your SIM card.
Also, if you have an Apple Watch,
you'll want to unpair it from the current iPhone.
You can do this through the watch app.
The first method of switching iPhones
and transferring your data is by using quick start.
First, turn on your new iPhone and connect it to a charger.
Then place your old iPhone near it.
Next, a pop-up should appear on your old iPhone
asking if you'd like to use your Apple ID
to set up your new iPhone.
Tap "Continue."
Wait for an animation to appear on your new iPhone screen,
then hold your old iPhone over the new one, as directed.
On your new iPhone, enter a passcode
and set up face ID or touch ID.
Then sign in to your Apple ID account.
You'll be asked if you want to transfer data
directly from your old iPhone
or want to restore data from an iCloud backup.
For this example, we're going to click
transfer data directly from your old iPhone.
Keep your devices on and near each other
until the new iPhone is ready to use.
The second method is using the iCloud backup.
Turn on your new iPhone and connect it to a charger
and follow the instructions on-screen.
Also, make sure that you connect to a WiFi network.
Once you reach the apps and data screen,
tap "Restore from iCloud Backup"
and sign in to your Apple ID account.
Choose the backup you want to restore your data from.
Chances are it'll be the most recent one.
Keep your iPhone connected to WiFi
until the backup transfer is complete.