I stopped trusting Windows backups after learning what actually works ...

Google is finally testing per-app backup controls in Android beta, letting users choose exactly which apps get backed up.

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 ...

It doesn’t take a lot of work to keep copies of your phone’s photos, videos and other files stashed securely in case of an emergency. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer writes the monthly Tech Tip ...

I use a multi-step process to properly back up my Windows 11 PC. It covers all the use cases, from a simple version history to a full system backup. However, if you only use your PC for work and don't ...

The new Windows Backup app and the restore process attached to fresh Windows 11 big fall updates confirms feelings I’ve held for a long time: I just can’t stand Microsoft’s approach toward backing up ...

I was using an old Pixel 3XL and finally updated to a Pixel 8. Was using adb to backup but it doesn't seem like that method is supported anymore in Android 14. Is there any other way to do full ...

I am an author and features writer at Android Police. I primarily writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest smartphone apps and features for Android Police since joining the team in early ...

For the most part, message backup on Android today is handled on the system-level by Google (One). Google Messages is now readying an in-app “Backup & restore” experience. About APK Insight: In this ...

With a new backup function, individual apps can now be deselected under Android to save cloud storage, or if users would rather not back up data from specific applications to Google's cloud. The ...

Switching to a new phone is fun and exciting, but can be tedious if you have many apps and a lot of data to transfer over. Luckily, some excellent cloud storage services can make it quick and easy to ...