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Android is adding granular switches for message and device backups while testing automatic Documents uploads to Google Drive, giving users more control over what gets saved and what consumes their ...

Android backups currently support saving app data, but without per-app options. Google now appears to be working on individual toggles, letting you back up or exclude specific apps. The list sorts ...

Spread the loveYou’re probably reading this because Trello is a core part of your workflow, whether it’s managing a complex ...

Google Photos originally received the ‘Undo device backup’ functionality for iOS devices in December last year. However, it took quite some time to reach the app for Android phones and tablets. The ...

In 2025, Google changed how backups work on Android devices, making it simpler than ever for users to manage their backups. Since then, the company has also introduced automatic backups to Android ...

Spread the loveSo, you’ve got a new phone, or maybe you’re just thinking about upgrading. The excitement is real, right? But then comes the inevitable, slightly anxiety-inducing question: how do I get ...

Google has started emailing Android users about its upcoming backup storage policy change that takes effect in 45 days.

One of the coolest things about Android 6.0 Marshmallow is that your app data automatically gets backed up to Google Drive. This means that when you switch devices, all the settings and login ...