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AppWizard

May 26, 2026

Samsung’s Gallery App on Android Will Soon Lose its OneDrive Integration

The Samsung Gallery app will end its integration with Microsoft’s OneDrive on September 30, 2026, meaning it will no longer display photos stored on OneDrive. Users can still access their photos through the OneDrive Android app and web interface, but must adjust camera backup settings in the OneDrive app to ensure new photos are backed up. Microsoft has provided steps for users to update their camera roll settings to maintain backup of new photos and access existing ones. The OneDrive app features a dedicated Photos tab, but may not match the capabilities of Google Photos, which offers advanced search and AI-driven editing tools. Google recently expanded its storage options, introducing a plan for 5 TB of Google Drive storage for a .99 monthly fee with a Google AI Pro subscription.

Winsage

September 8, 2025

Is OneDrive sending all your Windows files to the cloud? Here’s why – and what you can do

When setting up a new Windows PC or completing a feature update, user data files may be relocated to the cloud, particularly when signing in with a Microsoft account on Windows 10 or 11. This creates a OneDrive folder that can lead to confusion regarding file backup, as it differs from traditional backup methods. Users with Microsoft 365 subscriptions receive 1 TB or 100 GB of OneDrive storage, while free accounts only have 5 GB. Adjusting File Explorer settings can result in cluttered views and potential duplication of folders. Users can manage OneDrive folder backup by turning it off completely or using it selectively to stay within storage limits. Microsoft's documentation on OneDrive is noted to be insufficient.

Winsage

August 8, 2025

Windows 11 Start menu’s OneDrive backup nagging won’t stop, as it pushes Microsoft 365

Windows 11 users are experiencing a recurring alert in the Start menu that encourages them to back up their data to OneDrive, particularly highlighting a subscription fee for those without Microsoft 365. The alert states, “Action advised – back up your PC,” and prompts users to use OneDrive for backup, which some view as a marketing tactic. Users cannot permanently dismiss these alerts, as they tend to appear intermittently, and attempts to disable them through Settings have been largely ineffective. In regions like the EU, users do not encounter these persistent alerts, suggesting a difference in user experience based on location. Additionally, these notifications may contribute to performance issues reported by some users.

Winsage

August 8, 2025

Microsoft finally fixes one frustrating Windows 11 pop-up – just as a more irritating one arrives to take its place

Windows 11 users are experiencing improvements and challenges as Microsoft refines the operating system. The 'second-chance out-of-box experience' (SCOOBE) has been streamlined to enhance user experience. However, a new pop-up in the Start menu encourages users to consider a OneDrive subscription for backing up files, which could lead to additional costs due to limited free storage. This notification is classified as 'required' and cannot be disabled, unlike SCOOBE prompts. In the EU region, a test installation did not show this alert, possibly due to regional data regulations.

Winsage

May 8, 2025

How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files on Windows 10/11 with/without Backup

Data loss can occur due to human error, software malfunctions, hardware failures, system crashes, and issues with cloud storage services. Immediate recovery methods include restoring files from the Recycle Bin, using the Undo Delete feature, and utilizing the File History feature. For recovery with a backup, methods include restoring files via Google Drive and using the Windows Backup & Restore feature. For permanently deleted files without a backup, options include using free data recovery software and the Windows built-in app. Tips to prevent file deletion include enabling the Recycle Bin and File History, using cloud storage for backups, double-checking before deletion, considering third-party backup tools, and safeguarding against malware.