Currently, task killer apps use the permission and API to shut down all background apps, claiming this will speed up your device. Of course, this isn’t true, and closing down background tasks may ...

With Android 14, Google is making it easier for users to keep track of apps that were installed in the background, with the company specifically saying those apps might come from their “device ...

Background activity refers to the processes or actions of apps when they aren't actively in use (i.e., not on your screen or closed).

Google and Samsung are promising consistent and reliable app background behavior in One UI. These changes are promised to go into effect with One UI 6.0 based on Android 14.

For Android 7.0 and up, you'll want to turn on Data Saver to have your device limit most apps to Wi-Fi only. Open Settings and select Network & internet.

Now that feature has arrived. Starting with F-Droid client version 1.19.0 for Android, the app supports automatic background updates on devices running Android 12 or later.

Background App Refresh consumes both battery power and data. When apps refresh in the background, they use your phone's resources, including the processor, network, and battery.