Sony Data Transfer: 5 Means to Transfer Data from Xperia to Xperia
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In summary, this guide offers a range of solutions from paid third-party tools to free wireless methods like Google Backup, Feem, and Bluetooth for basic file sharing. Ultimately, your choice depends on your specific needs: for a complete and seamless device migration, a dedicated desktop tool - MobiKin Transfer for Mobile is highly recommended, while the free options suffice for moving only limited media files or syncing cloud data.
When you buy a new Sony Xperia model, the first thing you want to do is to understand how to transfer all the data and settings from the old Sony Xperia device to this new device. One advantage of Android devices is that because of the openness of the Android system, and you can use a variety of solutions to solve data transmission problems.
In this guide, we will list five free or paid plans, to let you transfer data from Xperia to Xperia quickly and easily.

- Way 1: Transfer Data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia with Transfer for Mobile
- Way 2: Transfer Data from Xperia to Xperia with Android Backup & Restore
- Way 3: Transfer Data from Xperia to New Phone via Google Backup
- Way 4: Transfer Data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia via Feem
- Way 5: Transfer Data from Xperia to Xperia via Bluetooth
- FAQs about Transferring Data from Xperia to Xperia
Way 1: Transfer Data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia with Transfer for Mobile
The best tool to help transfer data from one Sony Xperia to another is MobiKin Transfer for Mobile. The program is specially designed to help you transfer almost everything from one device to another, even if the two devices run on different operating systems. It is easy to use, and all you have to do is run it on your computer and then connect the two Sony phones to the computer.
What can Transfer for Mobile do for you:
- Easily transfer data from one phone to another, no matter they are running Android or iOS.
- Transfer overall data types from one Xperia to another, including contacts, call logs, text messages, photos, music, documents, videos, apps, etc.
- It performs a safe data transfer without resetting the device or deleting original data on the device.
- It is easy to use; connect the devices to the computer, select the data you want to transfer, and the transfer starts.
- It supports 8,000+ different devices, including Sony Xperia 1 VII, 10 VII, 1 VI, 10 VI, X, L1, XZs, Z5, XA1, 1 V, 10 V, 5 V, 1 IV, 10 IV, and so on.
Follow the simple steps below to transfer data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia using Transfer for Mobile.
Step 1: Connect both Sony devices to the computer
Download and install Transfer for Mobile on your computer. Launch it and then connect both the Sony Xperia devices to the computer via USB cables. The software will detect the two connected devices soon.

Step 2: Confirm the source and destination devices
Once the two devices are detected, you should make sure that they are in the correct positions. The old Sony Xperia should be the "Source" device, and the new one should be the "Destination" device. Otherwise, you need to click the "Flip" button to correct their positions.

Step 3: Start the Xperia to Xperia transfer
A list of all the data you can transfer is displayed in the middle of the screen. Choose the types of data you want to transfer and click the "Start Copy" button to start the transfer process.

Make sure that these two devices are always connected to the computer until the transfer process is completed.
If there is some data on the target device and you want to delete it all before the data transfer, you can select "Clear data before copying" before starting the transfer.
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Way 2: Transfer Data from Xperia to Xperia with Android Backup & Restore
You can also apply to an Android backup and restore utility called MobiKin Backup Manager for Android, to copy files from Xperia to Xperia. It allows you to back up data from an Android phone to a computer, and then restore the backed-up data to the same or another Android phone. It is able to back up and restore data types like contacts, SMS, photos, videos, music, apps, etc.
How to transfer data from Xperia to Xperia by using Sony Xperia backup & restore software?
Step 1. Install and run the backup and restore software for Android on your computer. Use a USB cable to connect your old Sony phone to the computer. Soon, the program will recognize the Xperia device.

Step 2. Choose the "Backup" option from the main interface and view the data types that can be backed up here. Tick off the data types you need and click the "Back Up" button to save them on your computer.

Step 3. Disconnect your old Sony phone and link the new Xperia phone to the computer via a USB cable. After the software detects it, choose the "Restore" option from the main interface, and you can see all the backed-up records here. Select the backup record you just made and click "Restore" to copy them from the computer to the new Sony phone.

We can use Android Backup and Restore to regularly back up the Sony phone to the computer, in case of data loss. Because you can easily restore lost Sony phone data from the backup, to complete the Sony Xperia data recovery process.
Way 3: Transfer Data from Xperia to New Phone via Google Backup
Another simple solution for transferring data from one Sony Xperia to another one is to use the Google backup, as long as you use the same Google account on the two devices. Follow the simple steps below to do that;
- On the old Sony Xperia device, go to "Settings" > "Backup and Reset" > "Back up my data".
- Enable the option "Automatic Restore" before backing up the device.
- After the backup process, you can go to your new Sony phone's Settings > Accounts > Google.
- Log in to the same Google account you have done the backup.
- Switch on the buttons of contacts, calendar, app data, etc., as you wish, and press "Sync Now" to sync the backup to this new Sony phone.

Way 4: Transfer Data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia via Feem
For wireless file sharing between two Xperia phones, Feem offers a straightforward way to move data without relying on a USB cable. It can transfer photos, videos, music, documents, and other supported files from one Sony Xperia to another when both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. After opening the app on both phones, select the receiving Xperia and choose the files you want to send. Below is how:
- Install Feem on both Xperia phones from Google Play Store.
- Connect both phones to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open Feem on both devices and allow the required permissions.
- Select the receiving Xperia phone from the device list shown in Feem.
- On the sending Xperia, tap Send and choose the photos, videos, music, documents, or other files you want to transfer.
- Confirm the transfer on the receiving Xperia if prompted.
- Wait for the transfer to finish, then open the destination folder on the receiving phone to check the files.

NOTE: Feem is mainly suitable for transferring media files like photos and documents. If you need to move broader phone data such as contacts, SMS, call logs, and apps together, a dedicated phone-to-phone transfer tool may be more suitable.
Way 5: Transfer Data from Xperia to Xperia via Bluetooth
Finally, we can also use the traditional method - using Bluetooth to transfer data from one Sony Xperia to another Xperia 1 VII/10 VII/1 VI/10 VI/L/XZs/Z5/XA1. This method does not require you to install any software or app, but it supports limited data types and is very time-consuming. Here are the specific steps:
- First of all, place the two Xperia devices close to each other, and enable the Bluetooth features on both phones.
- On your old Sony device, pick the new Sony phone as the receiving device and connect them up by confirming a unique code.
- Go to the source Sony phone, select the files you want to transfer, and tap on the share icon.
- Choose the Bluetooth icon from the new window and select the new Sony phone from the list of paired devices.
- Go to the receiving Sony device, accept the transfer request, and the transfer will start immediately.

FAQs about Transferring Data from Xperia to Xperia
Q1: What is the easiest way to transfer data from Xperia to Xperia?
Using a phone-to-phone transfer tool, Quick Share, or a USB connection are among the easiest options. The best choice depends on the types and amount of data you want to move.
Q2: Can I transfer WhatsApp chats from one Xperia phone to another?
Yes. WhatsApp provides built-in options for moving chats between Android phones, while Google Drive backups can also help restore supported WhatsApp data on the new device.
Q3: Can I use Quick Share to transfer data from Xperia to Xperia?
Yes. Quick Share can send compatible photos, videos, documents, and other files between nearby Android phones. Both Xperia devices should have Quick Share enabled and be discoverable.
Q4: Can I transfer apps and app data from Xperia to Xperia?
Some apps can be reinstalled through your Google account, while certain app data may also be restored from a backup. Not every app supports transferring its complete data to another phone.
Q5: How long does it take to transfer data from one Xperia to another?
There is no fixed transfer time because it depends on the amount of data, connection speed, file types, and phone performance. A few gigabytes may take only several minutes, while a much larger transfer can take considerably longer.
Q6: Why is my Xperia-to-Xperia data transfer taking so long?
A large amount of data, slow Wi-Fi, insufficient storage, or many small files can increase the transfer time. Keeping both phones close together and using a stable connection can help.
Q7: What should I do if the Xperia data transfer fails?
Check the connection, restart both phones, confirm that the required permissions are granted, and make sure the receiving Xperia has enough free space. You can also try another transfer method if the problem continues.
The Bottom Line
The above are all the solutions we want to share with you about how to transfer data from Sony Xperia to Sony Xperia. Now, you can choose the solution that suits you best and then follow the above steps to complete the Sony Xperia data transfer.
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