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My previous device is not a Samsung device and I want to transfer data of previous device to new S20 FE
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Question:

How can I transfer data from my previous device (not a Samsung device) to my new Samsung S20 FE without an OTG gender adapter?

 

Answer:

To transfer data between your new Samsung S20 FE and your previous non-Samsung device, you can use a computer as an intermediary. Follow these steps:

 

Back up data from your previous device to a computer using a program provided by its manufacturer.

Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch on the computer to download the Smart Switch application.

Launch Smart Switch on the computer.

Connect your Samsung S20 FE to the computer using the USB cable.

Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from the computer to your Samsung S20 FE.

 

Note: If you encounter any technical terms during this process, here's a brief explanation:

 

OTG Gender Adapter: This is a small accessory that allows you to connect your old phone to your new Samsung S20 FE using a USB cable. It enables data transfer between devices directly.

Smart Switch: A software tool provided by Samsung that helps users move their data from an old phone to a new Samsung device. It supports various types of data such as contacts, messages, photos, videos, and more.

 
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