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Princess622 Author

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How do I transfer text messages from old iPhone to new iPhone?

How do I transfer text messages from iPhone 6S to new iPhone 8+

Posted on Nov 14, 2017 3:36 PM

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javaliga

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Posted on Nov 14, 2017 6:12 PM

Restore the iPhone 8+ from the iPhone 6S backup. See the "Here’s what iCloud Backup includes" section in:

What does iCloud back up? - Apple Support

which says iMessage, text (SMS), and MMS messages are included.

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support

There is also a new "Quick Start" option with iOS 11 that I am not familiar with:

Transfer content from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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