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Google Brings AirDrop Compatibility to Android’s Quick Share Using Rust-Hardened Security

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Summary

Google has updated its Quick Share service to enable compatibility with Apple's AirDrop, facilitating easier file sharing between Android and iPhone devices. This feature is currently available for the Pixel 10 lineup and is expected to expand to other devices in the future.

Original Article Summary

In a surprise move, Google on Thursday announced that it has updated Quick Share, its peer-to-peer file transfer service, to work with Apple's equipment AirDrop, allowing users to more easily share files and photos between Android and iPhone devices. The cross-platform sharing feature is currently limited to the Pixel 10 lineup and works with iPhone, iPad, and macOS devices, with plans to expand

Impact

Pixel 10, iPhone, iPad, macOS

In the Wild

No

Timeline

Newly disclosed

Remediation

Not specified

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