Pixel 9’s post-setup data copying coming to more Android phones in 2025

With the Pixel 9, Google introduced the ability to copy data from another device after the initial setup process, with other phones now set to get this feature in 2025 as part of Android Switch improvements.

With the Pixel 9 (on Android 14), Google introduced a high-level “Back up or copy data” page to the system Settings app. Google pitches this as letting you “check out your new phone first and transfer your data later.” 

This capability is “coming to more Android phone makers in 2025,” so that you can “quickly complete your initial setup and get your data when you’re ready.” A post-setup data copy can be done from Settings or the recently renamed Android Switch app, which is now live on iOS and Android.

Speaking of Android Switch, Google says it has been working to “improve the process of setting up your Android phone and transferring your information” over the past two years. 

We know it’s important to be able to get your chats, calendars, contacts and more on your new device, including the nitty-gritty information like your Wi-Fi, screen lock and Google account. That’s why our Android Switch experience walks you through clear steps to get set up and to learn about the features on your new device.

For example, it’s now “40% faster to transfer your data compared to 2023” from iOS to Android over cable. 

Google also credits RCS as helping make the switching process easier:

Now, whether your loved ones are on Android or iOS devices, you can send high-res images and videos, react to text messages with any emoji you like, and add or remove people from group chats.

However, there’s no mention today of full RCS transfers like on the Pixel 9 for other Android devices.