Google Pixel 3 with Google G Icon

How to setup.

Your guide to making the
switch to Google Pixel.

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Insert your SIM.

Requirements: Both phones, SIM ejection tool.

Open your old phone’s SIM tray and remove your current SIM card. With the tool provided, open the SIM tray on the bottom of the phone. Insert the SIM card to your Pixel. After your SIM card is activated, you can now turn on your Pixel.

Connect to Wi-Fi and
sign in
with your
Google Account

Requirements: Wi-Fi connection, both phones, Quick Switch Adapter and, if applicable, your old phone cable.

Once you have the SIM in place and you’ve turned on your Pixel, join a Wi-Fi network. Then, plug in your old phone to your new Pixel with the included Quick Switch Adapter. Lastly, unlock your old phone and sign in to your Google Account with your new Pixel. You can still use your old phone during this process.

Get your stuff
and go.

Once you’ve signed into your Google Account, select what you want to copy, such as apps1, contacts, calendar events, photos, videos, music, SMS messages, and more.2 Then, tap "copy" and let your data transfer begin. When the transfer is finished you’ll see a confirmation message. Time to enjoy your new Pixel!

1App matching is supported for over 40,000 free iOS apps.

2Some third party apps and data may not be transferred automatically. Visit g.co/pixelcare for information.

One easy login for all your
favorite Google apps.

Once you’ve signed into your Google Account, select what you want to copy, such as apps1, contacts, calendar events, photos, videos, music, SMS messages, and more.2 Then, tap "copy" and let your data transfer begin. When the transfer is finished you’ll see a confirmation message. Time to enjoy your new Pixel!

24/7 support.

With your Google Pixel, your Google
expert is just a tap away, day or night.
Open the Settings app on your device
and tap “Tips & Support.”