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Dennis01
Helpful | Level 6
7 years ago
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Camera Uploads not syncing in background when DB APP is off

My photos don't continue to sync in the background with my computer when the App is off on my phone.  My understanding is that it is supposed to continue syncing while I am doing other things - it do...
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    Dennis01
    7 years ago

    I'm still not sure exactly what the threshold distance is to activate background uploading, but I have tested and confirmed that it works as-advertised.  I drove to a local establishment today that was about 1/2 mile away and checked "camera uploads" on my PC when I got back.  The test photo I took last night had uploaded and was present.

    Thanks,

    Dennis

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Dennis01
Helpful | Level 6
7 years ago

Hi Walter,

I just got your latest reply asking if the problem is solved.  Personally, I'd say yes.  However, I'm still testing a little.  I replied to Rich below that I'm testing movement and distance to see what the threshold's are.  I'll report back when I've finished testing, but I think we're on the right track.  Thanks!

Dennis

Dennis01's avatar
Dennis01
Helpful | Level 6
7 years ago

I'm still not sure exactly what the threshold distance is to activate background uploading, but I have tested and confirmed that it works as-advertised.  I drove to a local establishment today that was about 1/2 mile away and checked "camera uploads" on my PC when I got back.  The test photo I took last night had uploaded and was present.

Thanks,

Dennis

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