Google Photos could soon let you keep your phone awake all night for a good reason
The "Overnight backups" feature will keep the app running in the foreground so your media backs up without interruptions.
Google Photos may soon introduce an "Overnight backup" feature to address background backup delays on Android devices. This feature will keep the app open in the foreground, require the phone to be plugged into a charger, and leave the device unlocked, while dimming the screen to black. The feature will also include warnings for overheating and toggles for Wi-Fi or mobile data usage.
The "Overnight backup" feature is designed to allow uploads to run at full speed while the user sleeps. Google Photos is a popular cloud backup option for photos and videos on Android, but users have limited control over when backups occur and are restricted by Android's background limits. This update is an exclusive report from Android Authority's Authority Insights.
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