Can I Transfer Data and Apps to a New Device without Copying?

I don’t know of any way to move data without a copy happening first, honestly. Some tools will move blocks or individual files, but all data transfer operations I know of involve a version of copying. Just make sure to do a factory reset afterward if you want to clear your old device.

Look, when you buy a new phone, you typically have the option to transfer everything during the setup process. Whether it’s through a cable, Bluetooth, or WiFi, it’s still just copying over. Afterward, you just need to reset the old phone.

Most of the time, moving files actually involves copying them first and then deleting them afterward. That's just how it works when transferring data between devices. If you're really concerned about those sensitive files, you might want to wipe the old phone after you transfer everything to the new one.

I feel you! I didn’t expect such a helpful response either, but lots of us are here to help out. It's good to be cautious with sensitive data. Just copy everything and do a reset on the old device.