Preparation check list

Preparation is essential: As this is a device you will use every day, there is a lot involved. Even with a direct sync to the current phone/tablet, the new device lock (PIN, password or pattern plus fingerprint) must be added, and most apps on the new device will need to be signed into (Google Password Manager autofill makes this easier if set up). Any mobile banking app will have strong security so this has several steps to set up once the new phone is ready and the SIM is activated

Have new SIM or move existing SIM: If the old SIM fits the new device it just needs to be moved to it. If not, a new SIM must be activated on the new device via the mobile network provider’s website. Access the mobile network provider’s website to see instructions. e.g. search ‘how do I set up a new SIM in Vodafone’ to learn about activating a new or upgraded SIM. (The old device can be used until it does not make calls, at that point the new SIM will have been activated and this takes up to 24 hours)

Check important account info: The Tomtie Toolkit see that the pages are completed for – mobile provider account sign in, Google Account, Email account/s (for email, contacts and calendar and more), Bank account app (to move the secure key), Norton account and have the WiFi password available

Check current device is backed up: (See ‘Back up to Google Drive’ and select one of – Daily/Weekly/Monthly and the Android ‘Sync and backup’ section for details). WhatsApp should be backed up just before moving to a new device. Open WhatsApp ❯ Settings ❯ Chats ❯ Chat backup ❯ Last Backup then click ‘Back up’ button

Charge both devices: Make sure there is over 80% charge in each otherwise connect each to a charger

Decide on a name for the new device and a pattern or PIN to unlock it: Write down the details on the ‘My Android device’ page in the Tomtie Toolkit (N.B. the PIN can be 4 numbers)

Unpack: the new device and read through any support material

Check broadband speed with speedtest.net: Slow download speeds will mean extra time if the new device is being synced from a cloud backup