Google Photos Archives

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October 4, 2026

Your Samsung Gallery app finally syncs with Google Photos — how to set it up right now

Pankil Shah from Android Authority discussed the transition of Samsung Gallery from OneDrive to Google Photos for cloud backup, which will take effect on September 30, 2026. Samsung has discontinued its OneDrive integration, requiring users to use the OneDrive app for future uploads while keeping existing backups secure. Samsung Gallery will now sync directly with Google Photos, benefiting users who prefer managing images through Samsung Gallery. To enable Google Photos sync, users must update the Gallery app to version 15.9.01.7 or later and follow a simple setup process. However, photos backed up via Samsung Gallery will not appear in Google Photos Memories, Highlights, Live Albums, or Search features, and Samsung Gallery will only display photos backed up through its Cloud Sync. This change may complicate the backup process for Microsoft 365 subscribers, while providing an upgrade for users integrated into Google's ecosystem.

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September 30, 2026

Google Photos could soon give you a fresh start with Ask Photos

Google Photos is introducing a “Delete all” button in its Remember List feature, allowing users to remove all previously shared entries at once. This feature, found in the top-right corner of the Remember List interface, will include a confirmation prompt before data is permanently erased. Currently, users can only delete individual entries. Additionally, a “Regenerate Image” option is being developed for the AI wardrobe tool. The introduction of these features aims to enhance user control and experience.

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September 30, 2026

Google says those frustrating Photos freezes are finally fixed

Users of Google Photos reported a bug that caused the app to freeze after editing images. Google responded by providing temporary workarounds and confirmed a fix was in progress. The solution is now available in version 7.94.0.988717361 of the Google Photos app. Users are advised to update the app via the Play Store to resolve the freezing issue.

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September 28, 2026

Google confirms it’s working on a fix for that Photos bug preventing sharing, deleting, and editing

Users of the Google Photos app are experiencing a bug that makes editing functions unresponsive, particularly affecting the Share, Edit, Add to, and Trash buttons after editing a photo. This issue has been acknowledged by Google, which is working on a resolution. The bug impacts various devices, especially across Pixel phone generations (from Pixel 8 to Pixel 11) and other brands like the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Temporary workarounds include using the “Save as copy” option for edits and visiting photos.google.com for sharing or deleting edited photos.

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September 26, 2026

Google Photos causes headaches: users say editing pictures makes the app ‘unresponsive’

Pixel users are experiencing issues with Google Photos, particularly with the app becoming unresponsive after editing images. Reports on Reddit indicate that actions such as cropping can lead to the app not responding to commands. Users have shared similar frustrations, and despite Google's engagement and suggested solutions, many have found them ineffective. The problems may be linked to a recent update that introduced new editing features, including Gemini Spark integration, "Moods," and a "redact pen." A quick resolution to these issues appears unlikely, and users may have to cope with the current challenges until a software update is released.

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September 26, 2026

First look: This upcoming Snapseed tool could leave Google Photos in the dust

Snapseed is set to introduce a new collage-making tool in version 4.1.9, featuring a collage-creator interface that supports various aspect ratios and grid configurations. Users will be able to customize background patterns, spacing, and utilize a “Snap to grid” toggle for precision. The app will also include a Layers option for adding and managing photos, text, and stickers, with capabilities for reordering, hiding, and duplicating layers. A masking option will allow cropping into Rectangle or Radial shapes, and users can modify layer styles, including border color and opacity. A textures menu will offer preset textures that can be modified, along with a Randomize button and QR-code-based sharing for templates. Users can save, export, or delete projects, with common actions like reset and undo/redo available.

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September 26, 2026

A Google Photos bug is preventing users from sharing, editing, and deleting pictures

Pixel phone users are experiencing issues with the Google Photos editor, where functionalities such as sharing, deleting, and editing become unresponsive after photo edits, particularly after cropping or rotating images. This problem affects multiple Pixel models, including the Pixel 8, 9, 10, and 11 series. Users have reported that these options work correctly if no edits are made. Google is reportedly working on enhancing the editing capabilities in the Photos app, but addressing the current bug is a priority.

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September 25, 2026

If you can’t tell what’s real or AI-generated anymore, this Android app is here to help

Generative AI is becoming a crucial part of various services and applications, leading to a series that will highlight notable AI innovations. A challenge for users is distinguishing between authentic and AI-generated content, which has become increasingly difficult. The C2PA Verify app helps users identify image origins by reading C2PA credentials, although these credentials can be erased, limiting the app's effectiveness. C2PA Verify is open-source, free, and developed by Dark Rock Studios. Other noteworthy AI applications include: - Retirement Planner: A web app powered by Claude Opus 4.5 that assists users in financial planning for retirement by calculating future portfolio value, drawdown rates, and tax implications, tailored for US and Canadian citizens. - Memoria: An Android gallery app that uses offline AI for natural language search, ensuring user privacy by keeping data on the device. It utilizes Apple’s MobileCLIP-S0 model for processing queries and is open-source and free to use.

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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.

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September 18, 2026

Samsung Gallery finally gets Google Photos sync — here’s what you need to do

Samsung is ending its OneDrive integration on September 30 and will instead offer direct Google Photos backup within the Samsung Gallery app. The update, version 15.9.01.7, introduces a "Sync photos and videos" option that allows users to connect a personal Google account for photo and video backup. Users can selectively sync specific local folders or disable main camera roll uploads. This feature is available only on devices running Android 13 or later and requires a compatible Samsung device. Users can disable the Google Photos sync if they prefer not to use it, while still accessing previously backed-up photos via Google Photos.