Apple iPhone 13 - Sync & Transfer Content (iCloud) - AT&T (2024)

FAQs

Why does my new iPhone say it doesn't have enough storage to transfer? ›

Check iPhone Storage. The first thing users should do is check their iPhone's storage. It's possible that the new iPhone doesn't have enough storage to accumulate the data from the previous iPhone. The files won't transfer if data from the preceding iPhone is 80+GB and the new iPhone only has 64GB storage.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud. Do one of the following: iOS 16, iPadOS 16, or later: Tap iCloud Drive, then turn on Sync this [device].

A poor network can cause iPhone transfer failed. Old system version: If your device is running a system version below iOS 12.4, this problem will also occur. Low battery level: If your iPhone is low on battery, you will also face the iPhone to iPhone transfer not working.

Based on expert analysis and user feedback, you can face this problem due to any of these factors: Poor internet connection as both iPhones need a stable Wi-Fi connection to move files. A minor glitch in either iPhone can also hinder the normal functioning of the Quick Transfer feature.

If you're seeing an "Insufficient storage available" message on your Android, chances are that you've used up most of your device's available memory. To fix this, you'll need to make some space by deleting apps and/or media; you can also add external storage, such as a Micro SD card, to your phone.

The easiest and quickest method to set up your new iPhone is to restore from a recent iCloud backup. As you walk through the initial setup process, tap Restore from iCloud Backup, sign in with your Apple ID and then pick the most recent backup of your old iPhone.

With Quick Start, you can use your current device and device-to-device migration to set up a new device. Your data and content transfer wirelessly from your current device to your new one. You can also use iCloud, iTunes, or the Finder to restore data and content to your new device.

Once you have backed up your old iPhone into iCloud, turn on your new iPhone. Proceed in the setup process and connect the new iPhone to WiFi. In the “Apps & Data” -view, select “Restore from iCloud Backup” and sign in to iCloud. Choose the backup you want to restore and wait for the backup to finish.

Unstable network: Since the transfer is wireless, poor internet connection or loss of connectivity could cause a delay. Physical distance: If you are using a method that requires physical proximity of the devices, having one phone too far from the other could potentially interrupt the transfer.

Your WIFI network might be the cause of the data transfer canceled problem. As we all know, data transfer to a new iPhone requires a stable WIFI network to complete without lagging.

How much storage do you need to transfer to a new iPhone? ›

Before you move to a new device, check how much storage your current device is using. If all of your data fits on the new device, you can transfer your data to the new device without removing anything. If you're moving to a lower-capacity device, you may need to optimise or remove some of your existing content.

Clear Cache Files in Safari on Your iPhone

To do it, launch the Settings app and tap on Safari to open the Safari browser settings. Tap on the option that says Clear History and Website Data to clear Safari cache files. That should do the trick and your iPhone storage is a full issue that will likely be gone.

If your device still doesn't have enough space, you can use your computer to update your device. If you can't connect your device to your computer, you can make room for the update by removing content and apps on your device that you don't use. Go to Settings > General > [Device name] Storage.