Google is developing an advanced data transfer method for Android devices that combines Wi-Fi and cable connections to speed up the process of transferring or restoring information.
Transferring data
A new way to transfer
When setting up a new Android smartphone, users are typically presented with three options for moving data from old device: copy data using a compatible cable, transfer over Wi-Fi, or restore from a Google One backup. However, Google decided to combine the two methods to speed up the process of transferring or recovering information.
Combined approach
Code found in Google Data Restore Tool version 1.0.624892571 associated with a new data transfer method that Google calls "MultiTransportD2dTransport". This process allows you to restore/transfer data between devices while setting up a new smartphone using both Wi-Fi and cable connection at the same time.
"Restore Anytime" function
The code snippet also hints at the "Restore Anytime" function , which will give you the opportunity to transfer data from your current device to any old or new device at any time (currently, if you have already set up your device, you cannot start the transfer without resetting it to factory settings).
Limitations
However, the function has some limitations: you can copy data only from the device that was used to copy data previously.
Announcement
Google may officially announce improvements to the data transfer tool with the release of the Pixel 8a or the next major Android 14 feature update.
Glossary
- Google is an American multinational company specializing in Internet services and products, including search technologies, cloud computing, software and advertising.
- Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google for smartphones, tablets and other devices.
- Pixel 8a is the expected mid-range smartphone model from Google in the Pixel line.
- Android 14 is the next version of the Android operating system from Google.
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When might Google announce these new features?
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Софья
Yes, I noticed that the process of transferring data from one phone to another can be quite long and tedious. Any improvements that can make it faster and smoother are welcome. 👍
Макс
Interestingly, Google is working on combining Wi-Fi and cable data transfer methods. This can significantly speed up the entire process, especially for large volumes of data. 🚀
Виктор
Yeah, I don’t like this fuss with data transfer. I hope this new method will really simplify this whole thing. And the "Restore Anytime" function is absolutely brilliant - it was high time to implement this. 🔥
Елена
I change phones often, so these updates come in handy. The main thing is that they work well and do not create new problems. 🤞
Гриша
Phew, all this modern stuff again. In my time, everything was simpler: I bought a phone, inserted a SIM card and that’s it! Why all this complexity? 😒
Анна
Don't pay attention to the grumblers, @Grisha 😄 Technology is developing, and that's good. The easier and faster it is to transfer data, the better. 💻
Стефан
By the way, what about a PC application that would allow you to transfer data directly from your phone to your computer? This would be very convenient for creating backups. 💡
Лиза
Good idea @Stefan! Perhaps Google will implement such a feature someday. In the meantime, we'll wait for improvements in methods for transferring data between phones. 🤞