Transferring data between devices has always been a crucial, yet often frustrating, task when upgrading to a new smartphone. With the introduction of the Google Pixel 9 series, this process just became significantly easier, even after you’ve completed your initial setup. Here’s how this new feature works and why it matters.
Post-Setup Data Transfer Made Simple
One of the standout features of the Google Pixel 9 series is the ability to copy data from another Android device even after you’ve completed the setup. Traditionally, Android users could only transfer data during the initial setup process. If this step was skipped or encountered issues, the only option was to factory reset the device and start over. The Pixel 9 eliminates this hassle by allowing data transfer at any point, directly from the settings menu.
How It Works
The new feature is accessible through the “Backup or copy data” section found in the Settings menu, just above the “System” category. From here, you can choose to back up your current device’s data to your Google account or copy data from another device. This flexibility is a major improvement for users who might have missed transferring certain apps or files during the initial setup or for those who set up their device in a different environment.
Once you initiate the data transfer process, your Pixel 9 can connect with another Android device via Wi-Fi and a QR code pairing process. You can then select which data you want to transfer, with options to include or exclude specific apps, settings, and files. Notably, the data is merged with the existing content on your Pixel 9, rather than overwriting it, ensuring that nothing is lost in the process.
Benefits of the Feature
The post-setup data transfer is particularly beneficial in scenarios where the initial transfer may have failed due to poor network conditions. Now, users can easily complete the process without resetting their device. Additionally, this feature supports ongoing synchronization between devices. For instance, if you install new apps on your old device after setting up your Pixel 9, you can easily transfer these apps to your new phone.
What About Other Devices?
As of now, this feature is exclusive to the Pixel 9 series, including the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL. It has also been spotted on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, suggesting that it might become a standard feature for future Pixel devices. However, there’s no confirmation yet on whether it will be rolled out to older Pixel models or other Android devices.
Google’s Pixel 9 series is setting a new standard for data transfer ease and flexibility. This feature is a significant step forward in enhancing user experience, ensuring that upgrading to a new device is as seamless as possible, even after the initial setup is complete.
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