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Google Quick Share gains AirDrop-like features for easier file and contact sharing

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Google is enhancing its Quick Share feature to closely mirror Apple's AirDrop functionality, enabling easier contact, photo, and video sharing between compatible Android devices. The update introduces a tap-to-share mechanism for contact information, similar to Apple's NameDrop, and allows for larger file transfers by tapping devices together. Initially rolling out to Pixel 6 and newer devices, the feature will soon be available on select Samsung Galaxy models and is expected to expand to more Android devices by year's end. AI

IMPACT Enhances user experience for file sharing on Android, directly competing with Apple's established ecosystem.

RANK_REASON This is an update to an existing file-sharing feature, making it more competitive with a rival product, rather than a novel release or significant industry shift.

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Google Quick Share gains AirDrop-like features for easier file and contact sharing

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Google makes Quick Share even more like Apple's AirDrop

    Now it's just a tap to share contact info, photos or videos between supported devices.

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