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Warp links Android and Mac for cross-platform file sharing via the cloud
tech1 month ago

Warp links Android and Mac for cross-platform file sharing via the cloud

Warp is a beta cross‑platform file-sharing setup that pairs an Android app with a Chrome extension to transfer images, videos, documents, or text from Android to a Mac, Windows, or Linux PC. It uploads content to Google Drive and keeps only the latest 10 files, requiring Google account linking. While convenient for quick transfers and multi‑device use, large transfers (like a 2 GB video) can be slow compared with direct device‑to‑device transfers.

via The Verge|
#android#cross-platform#file-transfer
Galaxy S26 to gain AirDrop-style sharing, easing cross-platform file transfers
technology2 months ago

Galaxy S26 to gain AirDrop-style sharing, easing cross-platform file transfers

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup is set to gain AirDrop-style file sharing via a software update, simplifying wireless transfers with iPhones. The feature, confirmed by Samsung’s mobile chief, could roll out to earlier Galaxy models and even other brands (like Oppo Find X9), signaling a shift toward cross-platform sharing after Apple’s long lead and Pixel’s earlier implementation. Timing isn’t announced yet, but the change could renew interest in the S26 lineup.

via PhoneArena|
#airdrop#apple#file-transfer
Rescuing Old Gadgets: Retrieve Your Music and Photos
technology4 months ago

Rescuing Old Gadgets: Retrieve Your Music and Photos

This guide explains how to recover data from aging devices such as iPods and digital cameras. It covers locating and matching the right cables or adapters (including USB, USB-C hubs, or FireWire), using manual or drag-and-drop transfer to avoid automatic syncing that could erase files, and leveraging third-party software (iExplorer, iMazing, Sharepod, TouchCopy) to view and copy music, videos, and photos back to a computer. It also suggests copying memory cards via SD adapters, backing up rescued files to cloud or external drives, and options to recycle, repair, or pass the devices along after data is secured.

via The New York Times|
#data-recovery#file-transfer#ipod
Cleo File Transfer Software Faces Renewed Zero-Day Exploits
cybersecurity1 year ago

Cleo File Transfer Software Faces Renewed Zero-Day Exploits

Hackers are exploiting a high-risk vulnerability, CVE-2024-50623, in Cleo's file transfer tools, affecting LexiCom, VLTransfer, and Harmony, despite a patch released in October. Huntress researchers report mass exploitation since December 3, compromising at least 10 businesses, including consumer product and logistics companies. Cleo has not responded to inquiries or released a fully effective patch, prompting recommendations to firewall vulnerable systems. The incident highlights ongoing risks in enterprise file transfer tools, similar to past attacks on MOVEit Transfer and GoAnywhere software.

via TechCrunch|
#cleo#cyberattack#cybersecurity
"Enhanced File Sharing Experience with Quick Share's Updated Material Design 3 Animation"
technology2 years ago

"Enhanced File Sharing Experience with Quick Share's Updated Material Design 3 Animation"

Google's Quick Share file transfer feature is receiving a refreshed transfer progress animation in line with Material Design 3 principles, featuring a determinate circular progress indicator and improved visual elements. The update, which is rolling out gradually, aims to enhance the user experience and align with Google's Material You design changes for Android devices.

via 9to5Google|
#android#file-transfer#google
"The Ultimate Guide to Transferring Large Files Between Your Laptop and Desktop"
technology2 years ago

"The Ultimate Guide to Transferring Large Files Between Your Laptop and Desktop"

Transferring large files between a laptop and desktop can be done using portable storage devices like external SSDs or flash drives with Thunderbolt 3 or 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2, or USB 3.0. Wireless options like Nearby Sharing for Windows PCs and AirDrop for Macs are also available if both devices run the same operating system. However, using cloud storage platforms like OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox is recommended to keep files in sync and avoid manual labor and potential syncing issues.

via ZDNet|
#cloud-storage#desktop#file-transfer
Sending Non-Amazon Books and Documents to Your Kindle: A Comprehensive Guide
technology2 years ago

Sending Non-Amazon Books and Documents to Your Kindle: A Comprehensive Guide

Amazon's Send to Kindle service has made it easier to send non-Amazon books to your Kindle or Kindle app. Users can go to Amazon's Send to Kindle page, drag and drop their file or select it from their device, and choose to add it to their library or save it locally. The file can then be sent to one or more registered Kindle devices or devices with Kindle apps. Alternative methods, such as sending via email, are also available.

via The Verge|
#amazon#ebooks#file-transfer
"Unveiling 6 Essential Hidden Features that Make Steam Indispensable for Daily Use"
gaming2 years ago

"Unveiling 6 Essential Hidden Features that Make Steam Indispensable for Daily Use"

Steam offers several hidden features that go beyond being a game launcher, including local file transfer for faster game installations, the ability to pin items in the overlay such as achievements and notepads, dynamic collections to organize your game library, shader pre-caching to improve game performance, and the option to launch Steam in Big Picture mode for a controller-based interface. Additionally, SteamDB provides access to a wealth of data about your Steam library, including game values and playtime metrics.

via Digital Trends|
#file-transfer#gaming#hidden-features
"Google's Nearby Share revolutionizes file transfer between Windows and Android devices"
technology2 years ago

"Google's Nearby Share revolutionizes file transfer between Windows and Android devices"

Google has officially launched Nearby Share for Windows, following a successful beta period. The file transfer feature has seen over 1.7 million installations and over 50 million transferred files since its preview. The stable release includes improvements in speed and reliability, as well as new features such as estimated file transfer time and image previews in notifications. Google is also partnering with manufacturers, starting with HP, to pre-install Nearby Share on select Windows PCs. The feature requires a 64-bit version of Windows 10 and up, with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi or Ethernet enabled.

via 9to5Google|
#file-transfer#google#nearby-share