How to transfer photos from iPhone to iPhone

Transferring photos from one iPhone to another can be done easily through various methods. Here are a few common ways:

Method 1: Using AirDrop

1. Enable AirDrop:
   • On both iPhones, swipe up (or down from the top right on iPhone X or later) to open Control Center.
   • Ensure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are turned on.
   • Press and hold the network settings card (top-left box in Control Center) and tap on AirDrop.
   • Choose “Everyone” or “Contacts Only”.
2. Transfer Photos:
   • Open the Photos app on the source iPhone.
   • Select the photos you want to transfer.
   • Tap the share icon (square with an arrow pointing up).
   • Tap on the AirDrop icon and select the target iPhone.
   • Accept the transfer on the target iPhone.

Method 2: Using iCloud Photos

1. Enable iCloud Photos:
   • On both iPhones, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Photos.
   • Turn on iCloud Photos.
2. Sync Photos:
   • Ensure both iPhones are connected to Wi-Fi and have enough iCloud storage.
   • Photos will automatically sync to iCloud and be available on both devices.

Method 3: Using iTunes or Finder (for older iOS versions or macOS)

1. Backup and Restore via iTunes/Finder:
   • Connect the source iPhone to your computer and open iTunes or Finder.
   • Select the device icon and choose “Back Up Now” to create a full backup.
   • Once the backup is complete, connect the target iPhone.
   • Select “Restore Backup” and choose the most recent backup.

Method 4: Using Third-Party Apps

1. Google Photos or Dropbox:
   • Download Google Photos or Dropbox on both iPhones.
   • Upload photos from the source iPhone to the cloud service.
   • Download the photos from the cloud service to the target iPhone.

Method 5: Quick Start (for new iPhones)

1. Set Up New iPhone:
   • Turn on the new iPhone and place it near the current iPhone.
   • The Quick Start screen will appear on the current iPhone, and it will offer to set up the new iPhone.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer your data, including photos, to the new iPhone.

These methods should cover most scenarios for transferring photos from one iPhone to another.