Arrr me matey, Google be takin' a fancy to Samsung's name for their share tool. What be their game?
2023-12-22
Arrr, me hearties! Google's Nearby Share be gettin' a fine revamp, mark me words! Many scallywags be thinkin' tis be the beginnin' o' a grand partnership with Samsung for 2024, savvy? Yo ho ho!
Google has surprised everyone by changing the name of its file-sharing tool from Nearby Share to Quick Share, which happens to be the same name Samsung uses for its own tool.This unexpected move has left people wondering what it means for the future of Android. Industry insider Kamila Wojiciechowska discovered this update and shared her findings on X, formerly known as Twitter. She received a notification on her phone about the name change after installing Google Mobile Services version 23.50.13.
In addition to the name change, Google also updated the logo and user interface of the tool. The new logo consists of two arrows moving toward each other in a half-circle motion on a blue background. The UI now includes a Quick Settings tile for easy configuration, explanations of the various options, and a more user-friendly interface. There is even a new feature that allows users to limit the visibility of Quick Share for ten minutes.
Wojieciechowska stated that this update is not widely available and only a few people have received it. She is confused about Google's reasons for this change, but speculation suggests that it could be the start of a new collaboration between Google and Samsung.
Android Authority reported that Wojieciechowska discovered evidence of a "migration education flow" for Quick Share in the Play Services app. This could indicate that Google and Samsung are combining their file-sharing tools into one or making them interoperable. If true, this collaboration between two major Android brands could greatly benefit users by creating a unified file-sharing experience.
While there is no concrete proof of a merger, the circumstances suggest that it is highly possible. It wouldn't make sense for Google to give its tool the same name as its competitor's software unless there is more to it. Further information from both companies is expected to shed light on this situation.
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