Samsung Phone Users Can Now Sync Photos and Video to Google
Syncing to Microsoft OneDrive will end on Sept. 30.
Samsung phone users can now easily sync their photos and videos from the Gallery app to Google Photos, following the discontinuation of native Microsoft OneDrive integration. The update is set to launch over the next few days, but its availability may depend on factors such as account type, device model, and region. To access the new feature, users need a compatible Samsung device running Android 13 or later, along with a personal Google account.
Upon syncing, users can view, share, and manage their multimedia content across Samsung devices, the Google Photos app, and photos.google.com. However, certain limitations apply. Google Workspace accounts are not compatible, and synced items won't be viewable in Google features like memories, highlights, live albums, or search unless backed up through Google Photos. Additionally, Google Accounts supervised by parents cannot utilize this feature.
The syncing process involves accessing the Samsung Gallery app on the device, tapping the three-line hamburger menu, selecting Settings, and then choosing 'Sync Photos and Videos.' Users must then select a Google account and grant the necessary permissions. It's worth noting that deleting items from either Samsung Gallery or Google Photos will remove them from both applications and cloud storage. Moreover, editing photos in either app will reflect changes across all platforms.
Users can always turn off syncing when desired, and previously backed-up items remain safely stored in their Google Account.
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