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Nov 4, 2026
Google Photos now lets you turn off background music in Memories
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Google Photos has added a global toggle that lets users disable background music in Memories. The setting appears under Photos > Settings > Preferences > Memories and applies to all Memories, including the end‑of‑year recap. When turned off, only the original audio of any video in a Memory plays; no additional tracks are added. The update also expands the library of background music options for those who keep the feature enabled. The change is rolling out across all platforms, though it is not yet visible in Android v7.99.
💡 Why It Matters
- · By giving users control over background music, Google reduces unwanted audio distractions, improving the user experience for those who prefer a cleaner playback of their memories.
