Now, under the new process, only the Galaxy device needs Smart Switch installed, as it comes pre-installed with Samsung phones. The Galaxy phone generates a QR code that the iPhone owner can scan with no additional apps needing to be downloaded or signed in to on the iPhone as part of the process.A Broader Range of Data Can Be TransferredOn top of its historical ability to transfer photos, contacts, messages, calendars, and apps, Smart Switch can now migrate the following data types from an iPhone:Saved passwords and passkeysCall historyAccessibility settingseSIM informationPasswords, passkeys, and eSIM data have historically been some of the most annoying data items to transfer between platforms, requiring manual re-entry or even a trip to a carrier store for eSIM reactivation: by incorporating them into Smart Switch's standard transfer, Samsung has removed a pain point for iPhone switchers to Galaxy devices, including its newer foldable phones.Why This Matters?Phone-switching friction is one of the most-cited reasons people stick with the same ecosystem for years, even when a competing device might suit them better. By removing the need to install anything on an iPhone and widening the range of data it can carry over, Samsung is directly targeting that friction point, making it easier for iPhone users specifically to consider jumping to a Galaxy device, including its foldable lineup, without worrying about starting from scratch.What Smart Switch Still Can't Do?Despite the expanded feature set, Smart Switch has some long-standing limitations that remain unchanged: in particular, it still cannot transfer WhatsApp conversation history and some DRM-protected files, app data, and browser histories.It's also worth understanding how the tool actually works under the hood: Smart Switch copies rather than moves data, which means that after a transfer, your original files, messages, and settings would still remain intact on your old phone rather than being deleted. It's useful as a safety measure, but it's also a responsibility that users are still encouraged to wipe their old device if they plan to sell it.