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Google Photos Adds Option to Disable Background Music in Memories
Key points
- New global setting to disable background music in Memories.
- Found under Photos settings > Preferences > Memories.
- Original video audio will still play if music is off.
- Variety of background music options also updated.
New Background Music Toggle
Google Photos is introducing a new setting that enables users to completely turn off background music in Memories. This feature is being rolled out across all platforms and provides a global control for music playback during these photo and video compilations.
Accessing the Setting
Users can find this new option within the Google Photos application by navigating to Photos settings, then Preferences, and finally to Memories. A new 'Background music' toggle will be available there to control the feature. While not yet visible in all app versions, Google confirms its imminent arrival.
Impact on Memory Playback
When the background music setting is disabled, Google Photos will no longer add extra music tracks to Memories. However, if a Memory includes a video, its original audio will still be audible. This setting applies universally to all Memories, including annual recaps.
Updated Music Selection
In addition to the new disable option, Google has also updated the variety of background music choices available. Users who choose to keep background music enabled may encounter new tracks in their Memories.
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Reporting from
Google Photos is rolling out a new global setting that allows users to disable background music in Memories. This update addresses user feedback regarding unwanted music playing over videos within Memories, while still allowing original video audio to play.