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

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

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

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

Google Introduces Automatic Backup to Google Drive for Android Files Google has unveiled a new feature that automatically ...

Android’s February update finally backs up your Downloads folder to Google Drive, closing a long-ignored gap.

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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Android’s backup settings are getting a sleek new look from Google, rolling out via Google Play Services. The revamped interface simplifies data protection, featuring just “Photos & Videos” and “Other ...

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