Google Photos Tests Battery-Saving Backup Toggle Spotted in v7.59
The option appears designed to delay background syncing to preserve power during idle use.
Overview
- An APK teardown of Google Photos version 7.59 reveals a new setting labeled "Optimize backup for battery life."
- The feature would throttle background photo and video uploads to reduce battery drain when the app is not active.
- Backups are expected to accelerate when users open Google Photos, offering a middle ground versus pausing backups entirely.
- The capability is not live for most users, with the Google Play Store currently serving version 7.58 and no rollout date announced.
- Reports suggest the change targets the battery hit from frequent background syncs, especially with large files like 4K videos.