According to screenshots received by Android Police, it appears that the functions involved are for backing up a user’s chat history as well as media but not videos. This feature can be restricted to Wi-Fi only or can be used over cellular networks too. Detailed sets of images have been spotted on Droidapp.nl as well who also received this tip.
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The translation string also points out that the feature is offered to
users when they log into a new device. It also added that if a user
does not accept, they will lose their backup from their older device.
There is no information about the roll out for this feature nor any
given time frame.Currently, Android users can backup their messages by simply going to the app’s Menu > Settings > Chat settings. Users will then have to check whether the folder is located on the phone memory or microSD card. iOS users can backup and restore their chat history via iCloud.