The iPhone 17 is one of the best iPhones you can buy right now, but the excitement quickly fades when you face transferring years of photos, contacts, and apps from your old phone.

Apple makes this easier by providing several reliable methods that work whether you're coming from an older iPhone or switching from Android. Each transfer method has different advantages depending on your situation.

Each method will get your essential information to your new iPhone, but understanding the differences helps you pick the most efficient option for your specific needs.

Here's how to safely transfer data from your old phone to your new iPhone 17.

1. Restore from iCloud backup

During iPhone 17 setup, select Restore from iCloud Backup when prompted and sign in with your Apple Account.

Next, choos

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