3 Methods to Get Old Messages on New iPhone (iOS 12 Included)

3 Methods to Get Old Messages on New iPhone (iOS 12 Included)

• Method 1. Restore iTunes Backup to New iPhone
• Method 2. Restore iCloud Backup to New iPhone
• Method 3. Get Old Messages on New iPhone without Restoring

Method 1. Restore iTunes Backup to New iPhone

Let's have a quick glance on how to get old messages on new iPhone via iTunes.

Step 1. Make sure that your computer and your iPhone both have iTunes' latest version installed on it. Now connect your iPhone into your Mac or Windows computer and launch iTunes.

Step 2. Meanwhile, iTunes will automatically detect your iPhone. Now, tap on "iPhone" icon in the iTunes application window and hit on "Restore Backup" button available in the "Summary" section.

Step 3. iTunes will then show you the list of past backups that you've made. Look at the size, data and time for each file and select the required backup file.

Step 4. Lastly, hit "Restore" and allow the process to complete. Make sure to maintain proper connection between your iPhone and your computer till the process completes.

Method 2. Restore iCloud Backup to New iPhone

If you don't have iTunes backup, you can also restore an iCloud backup to get old messages on new iPhone. The tutorial is given below.

Step 1.If you've already setup your new iPhone, please reset your device again and reboot it.

Note: This step is vital as the option to "Restore iCloud Backup" to new iPhone only appears prior to setting up your iPhone.

Step 2. Reboot your device post resetting it. Complete the onscreen steps until you see a screen that says "App & Data" at the top. Now, tap on the "Restore from iCloud Backup" option.

Step 3. The device will then ask for your iCloud account credentials. Punch in the credentials carefully and download the relevant iCloud backup file by checking its size, date and time.Sponsor ads:Best Live Wallpaper Apps for iPhone XS Max, Xs, X, 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus in 2019

Step 4. It will then start download the data from your iCloud account and restore it to your new iPhone. You can monitor the status of the restoration by with the progress bar visible on your iPhone screen. Wait till the progress bar completes and you're done.

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