So, you’re ready to leave your iPhone for greener pastures — specifically, the bright green hue of Google’s Android ecosystem.
It’s a major move, to be sure, but it doesn’t have to be daunting. Beneath the surface-level differences, Android and iOS actually have a lot in common — and with the right steps, you can switch from an iPhone to an Android device without losing anything significant (including your sanity).
Make your way through this easy-to-follow guide, and you’ll be happily settled in your new high-tech home in no time.
All-in-one iOS-to-Android switching tools
First things first: Google itself now offers a universal iOS-to-Android switching service that works with any device running 2020’s Android 12 software or higher. That’s hands-down the simplest way to get everything from your old iPhone onto your new Android device in one fell swoop and with the least amount of hassle possible.