Google is rolling out the February Play System update, with a new feature for backing up local, downloaded files. Here's how ...

The February 2026 Google Play System update introduces a new local file backup system that automatically uploads files from your Downloads folder to Google Drive. The post Android is getting a ...

According to new Google Play Services release notes, Android phones will be getting a “new local file backup feature” with Google Drive.

Android local backup means your Downloads folder will back up to Google Drive – iCloud already syncs downloads to the cloud.

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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 ...

Google is finally going to allow you to download a local file backup of your Android device, and the feature is now starting ...

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Google’s February 2026 System update adds local file backup, clearer earthquake alerts and performance tweaks for Android devices.

According to Android Authority, the new feature is part of the company’s February Play System update for Android devices. In the changelog, it says the option will “automatically save your downloaded ...

The Google Photos app on Android is getting a new option that will allow users to undo device backup letting you remove all of your photos. Google Photos is a decent photo gallery and backup app.

Google updated its Google System Services Release Notes page today and it introduces a new feature that adds some sort of ...