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September 19, 2026

Samsung’s Gallery App is Getting New Google Photos Sync Feature

Samsung is replacing the OneDrive integration in its Gallery Android app with Google Photos, following Microsoft's announcement that OneDrive photo backup will cease after September 30, 2026. The new cloud sync feature with Google Photos is being rolled out to select Galaxy users, who must update their Gallery Cloud Sync, Samsung Cloud, and Samsung Gallery apps. The integration does not support supervised personal Google accounts or Google Workspace accounts. Users can back up their camera roll, specific albums, and local device folders to Google Photos, but edited photos will appear as separate items, and some Google Photos features will not be accessible for synced photos. Samsung's Gallery app will continue to operate alongside Google Photos, and the company is developing its own web browser for Android and Windows.

AppWizard

September 18, 2026

The good news is that Samsung Gallery is now getting Google Photos integration

Samsung has integrated Google Photos into the Samsung Gallery app, ending its collaboration with Microsoft for OneDrive backups. The latest version of Samsung Gallery (v15.9.01.7) includes a "Sync photos and videos" option, accessible through Menu > Settings. The rollout is gradual, so not all users may see the option immediately. Users can set up automatic backups via the Google Photos app, but they cannot browse their entire Google Photos library within Samsung Gallery. This transition from OneDrive is expected to enhance user experience as more users adopt the new integration.

AppWizard

August 10, 2026

6 hidden Google apps you aren’t using, but should be

YouTube Create is a free mobile video editor that offers features for creating videos for platforms like Instagram Reels, including filters, effects, and AI capabilities for editing. Snapseed is a free photo editing app with professional-grade features and a user-friendly interface, recently updated to include a camera mode. Google Opinion Rewards allows users to earn Play Store credit by completing short surveys. Action Blocks enables users to create customizable buttons for specific smartphone actions, aiding those who struggle with traditional navigation. Gallery is a minimalist photo management app that focuses on viewing images and videos without distractions. Google Lens is a versatile tool that identifies objects, extracts text, translates in real-time, and engages users in conversations about their surroundings.

AppWizard

June 7, 2026

7 photo gallery apps you should use instead of Samsung Gallery

Samsung's Gallery app will discontinue support for OneDrive syncing by September 30. Users can still access syncing in older app versions, but newer versions have removed this feature. Alternatives for photo backup and gallery applications include: - Google Photos: Designed for cloud storage, accessible from any device, with editing tools and AI features; offers expanded storage with a Google One subscription. - Amazon Photos: Recently updated with a better interface and natural language search; Prime members get unlimited full-resolution photo storage and 5GB for videos; free-tier users have 5GB shared across formats. - Piktures: A user-friendly third-party app with cloud integration and a Secret Space feature for privacy; ad-supported with an option to remove ads via payment. - Microsoft OneDrive: Offers basic photo backup; allows continued use of Samsung Gallery for viewing while handling backups. - Focus Go: Minimalist app that organizes images by folder with essential functionalities like fingerprint lock and HDR rendering. - Aves Gallery: Features a statistics page for tracking user habits and enhanced search functionality. - Fossify Gallery: A customizable fork of Simple Gallery with a straightforward UI and various functionalities for photographers. - Google Gallery: A minimalistic gallery experience for users in Google's ecosystem, supporting Android 8 and higher.

AppWizard

August 2, 2025

These are 5 of my favorite gallery apps, but one stands out from the rest

Focus Go is a lightweight gallery app that emphasizes simplicity and elegance, allowing users to organize photos by folder and offering features like fingerprint security and brightness adjustment. Aves Gallery provides tools for managing photos and videos, including metadata editing and user habit statistics, along with swift search capabilities. Piktures integrates with cloud services and USB drives, features a Secret Space for secure image storage, and has a visually appealing interface. Google Gallery is a simple app compatible with older Android versions, designed for easy navigation of photo collections. Fossify Gallery is an open-source app with customizable settings, suitable for users with large photo libraries, allowing for adjustments in display preferences.