Google rolling out per-app controls for Android Backups
Google is rolling out per-app backup controls for Android, giving users more granular control over their data.
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The brief
Google is introducing per-app backup controls for Android devices. This feature allows users to individually select which apps' data should be backed up. Coverage from Android Authority, bgr, and 9to5Google emphasizes the enhanced control this feature provides, highlighting it as a long-awaited addition.
Other outlets, including SamMobile and Nokiamob, note that this feature is already available on certain devices, such as Galaxy phones. The rollout is currently in progress, with some users already able to access the new controls. Coverage does not yet specify whether this feature will be available to all Android users or if it is limited to specific devices or regions.
Users should watch for updates on the availability of this feature on their devices. Coverage does not yet specify any additional features or changes that may accompany this update.
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Quick answers
What is the new feature Google is rolling out for Android backups?
Google is rolling out per-app backup controls, allowing users to choose which apps' data are backed up individually.
Which devices have access to this feature?
Coverage indicates that the feature is available on Galaxy phones. Coverage does not yet specify if it is available on other devices.
Is this feature available to all Android users?
Coverage does not yet specify the full rollout plan. Some users already have access to the feature.
Coverage (8)
- Google is finally giving Android users control over app backups Android Authority · 1d ago
- Google tests Android app-by-app backups in beta: turn apps off individually en.softonic.com · 1d ago
- Google Is Finally Giving Android Users The Backup Settings They Should Have Always Had bgr.com · 1d ago
- Google Finally Rolls Out Per-App Backup Controls on Android for Granular Cloud Storage Control Android Headlines · 1d ago
- Google starts offering per-app data backup control on Galaxy phones SamMobile · 1d ago
- New Android backup feature may let users choose apps individually Nokiamob · 1d ago
- Android finally lets you choose which apps are backed up, one by one Korben · 1d ago
- Google rolling out per-app controls for Android Backups 9to5Google · 1d ago
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