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Google to count all Android backup data toward storage cap

Google is changing how it counts storage for Android backups, with all backup data now contributing to the account's storage limit starting July 7. Previously, only Google Photos media and MMS data were counted. The company states this change will add only about 40MB on average and is introducing new controls to allow users to select specific data and apps to back up, offering more transparency and management over their storage. AI

IMPACT Minimal impact on AI operators, primarily affects general Android users' cloud storage management.

RANK_REASON Policy change affecting a widely used product feature.

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Google to count all Android backup data toward storage cap

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Google will now count all Android backup data toward your storage cap

    Fortunately, it shouldn't take too much extra space.