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 ...

The choice between cloud and local backups boils down to accessibility and control. Cloud backups store your data on remote servers offered by Google, Samsung, or other service providers. This offers ...

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 latest Play Services update now ensures your Theft Protection settings are automatically backed up and restored.

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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