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 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 ...

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 ...

Android’s backup settings are getting a sleek new look from Google, rolling out via Google Play Services. The revamped interface simplifies data protection, featuring just “Photos & Videos” and “Other ...

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...

Google has been updating various Android Settings pages with Material 3 Expressive, and the “Backup” redesign brings a rather drastic simplification. Accessed (on Pixel) from Settings > System > ...

Google is redesigning the backup page on Android to give it a cleaner and more organized appearance. This update is part of the Google Play Services version 25.11.32 beta, as reported by Android ...

Extend your Android phone's life by repurposing it as a secure offline backup drive or a dedicated smart home controller..

Google Photos is a decent photo gallery and backup app. While several alternatives offer much better features than Google Photos, its user base is unmatched. A fresh new feature has now been added to ...

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...