India, Jan. 2 -- So, you got a new smartphone, and now that you're set up you want to give away or resell your old one? Whatever the case is for its next life, it's essential to remove all traces of your personal data. Here is the complete guide on how to delete data from your old phone, how to transfer your data from Android to iPhone (if you've already bought or decided to buy yourself an iPhone this New Year), and things to do before buying a new phone altogether.

You need to keep in mind that simply erasing apps from your phone or deleting files is not enough, as traces of your data can still be recoverable. By performing a thorough factory reset and taking additional security steps, you can ensure that all sensitive information, suc...