April 13, 2026, 1:03 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
Modern smartphones are expected to be fast and reliable, have the best possible camera, and be compatible with all the latest apps. But for those who take a lot of photos and videos, one thing is crucial: storage space. It’s frustrating when the Android storage is full again. Google is now working on a particularly practical solution for this.
Android Storage Full? Soon No Longer a Problem
That’s what “Android Authority” is reporting. They took a closer look at the Google Play Services in the beta version 26.15.31. The team discovered a new feature called “Automatic backup.” This feature is currently appearing in the settings for Quick Share.
According to the description, users will be able to create backups of, for example, photos with devices in their own household when the Android storage is full again. Specifically, this means that files are automatically copied and stored on the home PC without needing the cloud or another paid option. The advantage is that all files remain within the local network.
Users Have the Choice
Once the feature is activated, users can decide which file types should automatically be sent to the computer. Currently, you can choose from photos, videos, and audio files. If you don’t want to wait for the automatic process, you can also manually initiate the backup at any time.
After the backup, you can safely delete the corresponding files from your smartphone so that the Android storage is not as full. The PC files are not affected by this process. Since the feature is integrated within Quick Share, it can be assumed that the “Automatic backup” uses the same system.
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This means an internet connection will not be necessary when creating the backup. However, you must be logged in with the same Google account on both devices. When the “Automatic backup” will be officially released is unknown. In the current beta, there is also a placeholder for a Windows PC. It is expected that the feature could also come to other systems.