The February 2026 Google Play System update introduces a new local file backup system that automatically uploads files from your Downloads folder to Google Drive. The post Android is getting a ...

Make sure your backup settings are good to go.

We want to take a moment to remind you to back up your iPhones or Android devices. Data preservation, easier device upgrades, protection against malicious actors, and preservation of cherished ...

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According to new Google Play Services release notes, Android phones will be getting a “new local file backup feature” with Google Drive.

With the latest Google Play Services rollout, Android devices can now automatically back up the Downloads folder — a ...

Have you just accidentally factory reset your Android phone, wiping away all your precious memories and important data. Photos of loved ones, crucial work documents, essential messages - all seemingly ...

Android 15 will introduce a “Backup and restore” feature for Health Connect, allowing users to back up their data to the cloud with options for daily, weekly, or monthly intervals. This feature might ...

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Before we get into the step-by-step here, let’s take a moment to clarify what’s changing about Android’s transfer process for new devices. So far, when setting up a new phone, you’ve had the option to ...