Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS
Google is updating Android backup protocols, allowing for local Documents storage while introducing new controls for SMS and RCS messaging data.
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Google has begun rolling out an update to its Android backup system. The change introduces local backup capabilities for Documents and provides users with the option to disable SMS and RCS message backups.
Coverage from 9to5Google, Tech Advisor, and Digital Trends highlights the increased user control over data synchronization. Meanwhile, reports from Deccan Herald and Udayavani note that revisions to cloud storage policies for multiple devices linked to a single account may impact how quickly users reach the 15GB storage limit.
It remains to be seen how these policy shifts will influence storage management for individual users. Further details regarding the rollout schedule for all Android devices have not yet been specified.
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Quick answers
What features are included in the Android backup update?
The update enables local backup for Documents and allows users to toggle off SMS and RCS message backups.
Will this change affect my cloud storage limit?
According to reports, the revised policy for multiple devices linked to one account may cause users to reach the 15GB storage cap more quickly.
Can I choose not to back up my messages?
Yes, coverage indicates Google is providing users with the option to turn off SMS and RCS backups.
Coverage (5)
- Android users to get a free backup upgrade Tech Advisor · 1d ago
- Google revises cloud storage user policy for multiple Android devices linked to one account Deccan Herald · 1d ago
- Android can now back up more of your phone, but Google is also letting you say no Digital Trends · 1d ago
- Users may hit Google's 15GB storage cap faster as backup rules change Udayavani · 1d ago
- Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS 9to5Google · 1d ago
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