Google now appears to be working on individual toggles, letting you back up or exclude specific apps. The list sorts apps by ...

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 ...

New findings suggest that Android devices may soon be able to include your SIM in a device backup, potentially making it that much easier to swap phones. Device backups currently save things such as ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

We originally talked about this feature back in December when it was released for Google Photos for iOS, but now, Google has announced that “Undo device backup” is now available on Android devices.

Settings are automatically backed up to your Google account by default. This includes WiFi passwords, page history and practically every device setting you might want saved. However, you cannot backup ...

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