NEWS  Apps  January 31, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

Seamless file sharing has become an integral part of the user experience. Recognizing this demand, Samsung has taken a significant stride by integrating its Quick Share app with Google's Nearby Share feature. This strategic move aims to enhance file sharing capabilities on Galaxy devices, offering users a seamless and efficient sharing experience.

The integration of Samsung's Quick Share with Google's Nearby Share comes as part of a new update rolling out via the Galaxy Store. This update introduces two key improvements, marking a significant enhancement in file sharing functionality. Firstly, users can now enjoy a higher file size limit when sharing files via QR code or sharing with contacts, with the limit raised to a substantial 5GB from the previous 3GB.

However, the highlight of this update lies in the seamless integration of Samsung's Quick Share with Google's Nearby Share. This integration follows Google's announcement at CES 2024, wherein it unveiled plans to merge Nearby Share and Quick Share under the unified "Quick Share" brand. Samsung has taken the lead in implementing this integration, offering users the combined benefits of both platforms.

With the updated Quick Share on Samsung devices, users gain support for Nearby Share targets alongside legacy Quick Share targets. This means users can seamlessly share files with a broader range of devices, regardless of the platform they are using. To facilitate this integration, users are required to sign in with both a Samsung account and a Google account, providing them with a versatile and flexible sharing experience.

Moreover, to complement this integration, Samsung is also rolling out an update to the Quick Share agent via the Galaxy Store. This ensures that users have access to the latest features and enhancements, further optimizing the file sharing experience on Galaxy devices.

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