Google has surprised many by announcing that its Pixel 10 series phones can now share files and photos with Apple devices using the iPhone's AirDrop feature. This new integration is a result of Google's implementation of Android Quick Share, which was developed independently without any input from Apple.
The process works by having both the sending and receiving parties set their Airdrop visibility preferences to "anyone for 10 minutes". This allows users outside of their contact list to initiate an AirDrop or Quick Share transfer. From there, Pixel 10 users can see the receiving Apple device when they go to share things via Quick Share as normal.
It's unclear whether this new feature was developed in collaboration with Apple or if Google worked on it alone. The company has stated that its implementation was thoroughly vetted by its own privacy and security teams and that a third-party security firm also reviewed the solution.
The integration will enable seamless file sharing between Android and iOS devices, but it raises questions about potential security implications. If Apple decides to take action against Google's work, it could lead to another round of bickering over security versus openness.
In a statement, Alex Moriconi from Google confirmed that the company developed the feature on its own. "We accomplished this through our own implementation," he said.
The process works by having both the sending and receiving parties set their Airdrop visibility preferences to "anyone for 10 minutes". This allows users outside of their contact list to initiate an AirDrop or Quick Share transfer. From there, Pixel 10 users can see the receiving Apple device when they go to share things via Quick Share as normal.
It's unclear whether this new feature was developed in collaboration with Apple or if Google worked on it alone. The company has stated that its implementation was thoroughly vetted by its own privacy and security teams and that a third-party security firm also reviewed the solution.
The integration will enable seamless file sharing between Android and iOS devices, but it raises questions about potential security implications. If Apple decides to take action against Google's work, it could lead to another round of bickering over security versus openness.
In a statement, Alex Moriconi from Google confirmed that the company developed the feature on its own. "We accomplished this through our own implementation," he said.
! I remember back in my day, we had to use third-party apps or Bluetooth to share files with friends, it was such a hassle! But now, it's just a few taps away... the thought of being able to share pics and vids with iPhone users is so cool 
! Of course, there's always that worry about security, but I'm sure Google did their due diligence 
. I just hope Apple doesn't try to shut it down... that would be a bummer 
. This is the kind of innovation that makes me feel like we're getting close to something special 
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. The fact that you can just set your AirDrop preferences to "anyone for 10 minutes" makes it super easy to share stuff without having to be besties first 
. Now, let's see how Apple reacts... fingers crossed they don't mess this up 
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. Like, what if apple decides to take action against google's work? That would be a bummer 
. Guess we'll have to wait and see how this plays out... anyone else excited about this new feature? 
[link to google pixel 10 series](https://www.google.com/pixel10)
. I guess that's just how innovation works sometimes - it's all about who innovates first and what they come up with 
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. But, gotta be real, security implications are a major concern 
. Can't wait to try it out myself! 
but at the same time, gotta wonder what security implications this could bring... are google's privacy and security teams really doing their job on this one? 
google gets some recognition for its tech skills... it's about time they figured out how to make sharing files between android and ios devices kinda seamless lol. i mean, it's not like apple has been doing that already with airdrop 
. but seriously, the lack of collaboration is a bit suspicious... didn't google just take apple's idea and run with it? anyway, kudos to google for making this happen without needing apple's approval 
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. Like, it's super convenient for users who want to share files between Android and iOS devices 
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. It's all about innovation and pushing boundaries, right? 
And kudos to them for getting their own privacy and security teams on board 
. Like, how many times do we need to explain to Google that a seamless sharing experience across devices isn't just about slapping two icons together? It's about actually getting the tech right.
. Mark my words, this is just a temporary truce before things get heated again... and when they do, I'll be saying "I told you so" 
, can you believe Google just broke down that wall between Android and iOS devices? I mean, think about it, no more stressing about finding a friend with an iPhone to share files with! 
. Fingers crossed it'll all work out smoothly and we can finally share files with our iDevice-wielding friends without worrying about it being a security risk 
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I'm all for more people being able to share stuff easily, but at the same time I'm a bit worried about security. What if someone sends some sketchy file to you by accident? 
anyway, I hope this means I can finally share pics of my cat with my friends who have iPhones 
just found out that a massive data breach at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has exposed sensitive info of millions of people's personal and financial data 
, including addresses, phone numbers and even Social Security numbers 
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