AirDrop
PulseAugur coverage of AirDrop — every cluster mentioning AirDrop across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
- 2026-07-04 research_milestone Security researchers discovered three vulnerabilities in Apple's AirDrop and similar flaws in Android's Quick Share. source
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Apple adds touchscreen support to macOS with new MacBook Pro
Apple has introduced touchscreen capabilities to its macOS operating system, integrated into the latest MacBook Pro models. This update includes the Dynamic Island feature and touch controls for AirDrop and music playback.
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Pixel 8 user explores AirDrop alternatives for cross-platform file sharing
A Pixel 8 user encountered issues with file sharing between their Android device and a Mac, discovering that the native AirDrop functionality is exclusive to Apple devices. The user explored alternative cross-platform f…
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Data on old thumb drives at risk due to degradation and loss
Older USB thumb drives are becoming increasingly unreliable and pose a risk to stored data. Factors such as physical damage, accidental loss, and the finite write cycles of flash memory contribute to their degradation. …
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Xiaomi HyperOS 4 integrates with Apple devices, enabling AirDrop and Mac control
Xiaomi's HyperOS 4 is expanding its compatibility to include Apple devices, enabling features like two-way notification synchronization and photo viewing between Xiaomi Cloud and iCloud. Users can now control their Mac …
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Samsung expands Quick Share to iPhones; Galaxy Watch 8 sees Prime Day discount
Samsung is expanding its Quick Share functionality to allow Galaxy S25 FE users to share files with iPhone users, mirroring AirDrop's capabilities. This feature aims to improve cross-platform compatibility for Samsung d…
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iOS 18 adds RCS support, improving Android-to-iPhone media sharing
iOS 18 now supports Rich Communication Services (RCS), enabling iPhones to receive high-quality images and videos from Android devices. Android users can ensure optimal quality by enabling HD+ settings in Google Message…
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Google Quick Share gains AirDrop-like features for easier file and contact sharing
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 mec…
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LocalSend 1.18.0 adds CLI support as AirDrop alternative
A new version of LocalSend, an open-source file-sharing application similar to AirDrop, has been released. Version 1.18.0 introduces command-line interface (CLI) support, enhancing its functionality for users across var…
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iPhone to Android switch: Ecosystem lock-in and app experience challenges remain
Switching between iPhone and Android has become easier with improved data migration tools for apps like WhatsApp and seamless syncing of contacts and calendars for Google suite users. However, deep integration into Appl…
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Google develops AirDrop-like file sharing for Android
Google is reportedly developing a feature for Android that mirrors Apple's AirDrop functionality, allowing users to initiate file transfers by simply bringing their devices close together. This new capability, discovere…
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Apple's AirDrop faces three security vulnerabilities, similar flaws found in Android
Security researchers have identified three vulnerabilities in Apple's AirDrop feature, which could allow attackers to reveal users' phone numbers and email addresses. Similar flaws were also found in Android's Quick Sha…
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AirDrop and Quick Share vulnerabilities risk billions of devices
Researchers have identified vulnerabilities in Apple's AirDrop and Google's Quick Share features that could expose billions of devices to data theft from up to 30 meters away. These flaws pose a significant risk to user…
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Google rolls out June Pixel update with Android 17 and new AI features
Google has released its June 2026 Pixel Drop update, which includes the stable version of Android 17 and numerous new features. The update expands AI capabilities, such as Magic Cue and photo editing, to more devices an…
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Google releases Android 17 with expanded Gemini AI features and multitasking tools · 4 sources tracked
Google has officially launched Android 17, focusing on enhanced AI capabilities and multitasking features. The update introduces Gemini Omni for video editing and Lyria 3 for AI-powered music creation via text prompts. …
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OnePlus 15 to feature Quick Share for AirDrop-like file transfers
OnePlus is integrating Google's Quick Share functionality into its upcoming OnePlus 15 smartphone. This feature will enable users to share files seamlessly between OnePlus and Pixel devices, similar to Apple's AirDrop. …
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Apple prioritizes software fixes before AI features at WWDC
Apple's WWDC keynote began with an emphasis on software improvements and bug fixes, rather than solely focusing on new AI features. The company acknowledged user frustrations with existing software, including a controve…
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Apple unveils iOS 27, AI-powered Siri at WWDC 2026
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026 has officially begun, featuring major software updates across its operating systems. Key announcements include a revamped Siri with AI enhancements, design changes to …
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Google Quick Share Now Compatible with Apple AirDrop for Wider Device Support
Google has expanded the compatibility of its Quick Share feature, allowing it to work with Apple's AirDrop for cross-platform file sharing. This update now supports a wider range of Android devices, including models fro…
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Google's Quick Share to mimic AirDrop on Android devices
Google is expanding its Quick Share feature to enable file transfers between Android phones and other devices, mirroring Apple's AirDrop functionality. This enhanced Quick Share will begin rolling out to more Android ph…
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iOS 27 changes visualized, Apple Watch details emerge
The latest iOS 27 changes have been visualized for the first time, offering a glimpse into potential new features and interface updates. Discussions also cover new details about the Apple Watch and improvements to AirDr…