Hosted on MSN

Android backup: What doesn't get automatically backed up and saved

The Android backup system enables Android users to back up and restore data on their devices. There are several built-in ways to do this; you can use the Auto Backup for Apps, which sends your app ...
Android Authority

Broken phones could soon be less stressful, thanks to Google's SIM backup plans (APK teardown)

Android phones could soon be able to back up and restore SIMs —likely eSIMs — through Google One device backups. Backing up and restoring eSIM data through the cloud would simplify switching devices ...
Android Authority

Google could revamp Android’s backup settings with a sleek new look (Updated: Rolling out)

Google Play Services v25.11.32 beta contains code for a redesigned Backup page, simplifying the interface by removing unnecessary details. Update, July 17, 2025 (06:38 AM ET): Google is rolling out ...

Google Photos App Could Soon Bring New Battery Saving Feature, Suggests APK Teardown

The 'Optimize backup for battery life' toggle was reportedly spotted in version 7.59 of the Google Photos app.

Google Photos could get video playback controls, backup scheduling, and Expressive UI redesign

Google is also testing a change to the Photos tab layout. A new toggle allows users to hide date separators from the Photos ...