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Device Switch
Before you switch devices
For information about how to switch to a BlackBerry device from an older BlackBerry device or a
Learn what transfer options are available to you
The types of data transferred depends on the transfer method you use and the type of smartphone you're transferring data from. Data transferred might include some settings, phone history, pictures, music, browser bookmarks, and so on. For a list of the type of data that is transferred, visit www.blackberry.com/deviceswitch.
•Switching from BlackBerry Device Software 5.0 or later? On a computer, you can use BlackBerry Link to switch devices. Learn how to switch devices using BlackBerry Link.
•Switching from BlackBerry 7.0 or BlackBerry 7.1? You can use a media card on your device to switch devices. Learn how to switch devices using a media card.
•Switching from a BlackBerry device that has BlackBerry Protect installed? You can use BlackBerry Protect to transfer supported data, such as contacts, from your current device's backup file to your new device. Learn how to switch devices using BlackBerry Protect.
•Switching from an iPhone or Android device? You can download the device switch app from BlackBerry World. Learn how to switch devices using the device switch app.
Tip: If you're switching from a BlackBerry device, to see what version of software you're currently running, on the home screen of your old device, do one of the following:
•Click Options > About.
•Click Options > Device > About Device Versions.
Make note of your usernames and passwords
Before you switch BlackBerry devices, make sure that you have the following:
•If you have saved usernames and passwords in Password Keeper, consider temporarily writing this information down so that you have it when you're ready to add accounts to your new device.
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