Technology · 12 August 2026

Google Photos drag-to-select feature is now fixed

Google has now fixed a bug in its Photos app that stopped users from easily selecting multiple items by dragging their finger. The company rolled out a fix after many users reported the problem on Reddit, affecting Pixel, Samsung, and OnePlus phones. The feature will return to users who obtain the latest Google Photos app version from the Play Store.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 August 2026 at 7:43

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