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How to set up your new Android phone (2022)


Depending on the new Android phone you have selected, you may get the option to copy data directly from your old device. This is usually done over Wi-Fi, but you can sometimes connect two phones with a cable. Cable is by far the fastest and easiest way to copy your old data (especially photos and videos), so we recommend that if you have the option.

If you don’t have the option to copy data directly or don’t want to, you’ll want another method of copying your precious photos and videos. Whether your old phone is Android or iPhone, it’s best to use Google’s cloud-based service, Google Photos, which comes pre-installed on Android devices. This is also where your photos are automatically saved every time you back up your photos on your Android phone. (If you find yourself running out of space in your Google account too often, check out our guide to how to free up space.)

If you haven’t used Google Photos yet, that’s okay. Get your old phone and back up all your photos to the Google Photos cloud by opening the app and tapping the small circular user icon in the upper right. Option Back up now and wait for the images to sync. Your photos will then be available to browse and download on your new Android phone — as well as the web and any iOS devices you downloaded the Google Photos app to.

System and app updates

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To stay safe and take advantage of all the latest features, you need to keep your software up to date. Take a look in Setting, Systemand press System update to make sure you have the latest version of Android available. You should also open the Play Store app, tap your profile picture in the top right, select Manage apps and devices. If any of your apps need updating, just tap Update all Below Updates available.

Add another account and set preferences

Screenshot: Google via Simon Hill

Once you’ve synced all available data from your Google account, you’ll want to link several other accounts to your phone for seamless integration. Just go to Setting, Account (or Passwords & Accounts), option More accountand enter your info for Facebook, Twitter, Dropbox, Skype and whatever else you normally use. (You can also just open each app and sign in.)

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