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Pixel 10: Google’s Quick Share Now Works with AirDrop

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor November 20, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Google Enables Android Rapid Share with iPhones, Initially Exclusive⁣ to Pixel 10

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – ⁣November ⁢21, 2024 -‍ In a move hailed as a breakthrough for cross-platform interoperability, google has implemented functionality ‍allowing ⁢Android’s Quick Share to work with Apple’s AirDrop. The feature allows users to seamlessly share files between Android⁤ phones and iPhones, eliminating the previous necessity of routing data through ⁣third-party servers like WhatsApp or Telegram.

Technically, the integration is complex, as Quick⁤ Share ‌and AirDrop‍ utilize diffrent protocols – Apple’s proprietary ⁣blend of bluetooth LE for discovery and Wi-Fi Direct (via its AWDL⁢ protocol) for transfer, versus Google’s own system. Google states it has worked with ‍independant⁢ experts to ensure security during‌ the transfer process,possibly leveraging opportunities created by European regulations like the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the ⁤move⁤ to USB-C.

Currently, the⁣ feature is exclusively‍ available ‌on the Pixel 10. google characterizes this as a “feature ⁣drop” intended to highlight the capabilities of its newest device. While the ‌necessary ‍hardware (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips) exists in a wide range of Android smartphones,Google maintains this is a purposeful software and strategic decision to position the Pixel 10 ‌as a bridge between the Android and iOS‍ ecosystems.

Google has stated plans⁣ to expand the feature to “more ‍Android devices” in the future, but a specific timeline‍ remains unconfirmed.⁤ “[…]if we have‍ to wait for Android 17 for it to arrive at Samsung or⁤ Xiaomi, the‍ wait will be long,” according to reporting from Frandroid.

Third-party solutions like LocalSend and PairDrop already offer similar functionality, but this integration offers a native, app-free experience for users. Upon⁤ selecting an iPhone in the sharing menu on a Pixel ‌10, the iPhone user receives a standard ⁢AirDrop notification.

A⁤ exhibition video of the ⁢functionality is available from Frandroid: https://images.frandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Android_Quick_Share_and_iOS_AirDrop_compatibility.mov

Further ⁢reading on the topic is available at Frandroid: https://www.frandroid.com/android/2876005_jai-desinstalle-pairdrop-et-lache-airdrop-localsend-est-la-seule-vraie-solution-universelle-pour-transferer-des-fichiers and https://www.frandroid.com/android/2876005_android-quick-share-arrive-sur-iphone-mais-avec-des-limitations.

November 20, 2025 0 comments

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Google Pixel November Update: Theme Packs, VIP Contacts & More

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor October 28, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Google Pixel Update to Bring Customizable‍ Themes, Animated Images, and VIP Contacts

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – Google is preparing a significant software update ⁣for its Pixel phones, expected to roll out next Tuesday, November 5th, bringing a host of new features including customizable theme packs, animation capabilities for generated images, and prioritized notifications for VIP contacts. ⁤The update, dubbed a “Pixel Drop,” follows a significant release in September that introduced Material Expressive design, Live Updates, and a desktop mode.

This forthcoming update aims to further personalize the Pixel experience and enhance communication features. While Google has ⁤not ‌officially detailed the changes, details leaked ‍by Mystic Leaks and reported by Android Authority reveals the scope of the planned enhancements. The update will arrive on Google Pixel phones and is expected to be a major feature drop for users.

The centerpiece ‍of the‍ update‍ is the ‌introduction of theme packs on ⁤Android 16. Users will be able⁤ to modify ‌the ⁣look ‌and feel of‌ their device – including colors, icons, sounds, and even suggested GIFs – ⁤by applying ⁤pre-designed packs. The ‍launch will spotlight the upcoming film⁤ “Wicked: Part‍ 2.”

Beyond aesthetics, the‍ Pixel Studio image generation app, initially ‍released‍ with the Pixel 9, will gain the ability to animate user-created‌ images. Users⁣ can input animation requests, ⁣and Google’s Gemini, ⁣utilizing Veo 3, will generate the ‌animated content.

the update introduces VIP⁣ contacts, allowing users to designate priority contacts whose messages will be highlighted in yellow within the notification list.This ⁤feature will initially be available for Google ‍Messages and WhatsApp.

October 28, 2025 0 comments

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Video Review: DxOMark Ranking & Camera Performance

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor September 21, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

iPhone 17 pro Claims Video Crown, But Vivo ⁣X200 ‍Ultra‍ Still Leads in⁢ Overall DXOMARK Camera Rankings

The apple iPhone 17 Pro is making waves in video performance, surpassing last year’s iPhone 16 Pro Max to claim the‍ top⁢ spot in DXOMARK’s ⁣video rankings. Testers highlight the iPhone 17 Pro’s excellent video ⁣quality, noting accurate exposure,‍ reliable white balance, and high dynamic range even in low-light ⁤conditions. Praised features also include low artifacts, a pleasing bokeh effect, and smooth zooming transitions between its three camera modules.

While excelling ⁣in video, the iPhone 17 Pro doesn’t yet dominate overall camera performance. The Vivo X200 Ultra currently leads with a score‍ of 173, slightly ahead of ⁢the iPhone 17 Pro’s ⁣166 points in DXOMARK’s photo testing.‍ The Huawei pura 80 Ultra also remains a top contender for best photo performance.

Testers did note minor drawbacks with⁢ the iPhone 17 Pro’s video capabilities,including occasional focus and white balance instabilities when recording moving⁣ subjects,and slightly reduced texture detail near zoom presets.Noise levels in interior shots or low-light environments could also be‌ improved. A full test report is expected soon.

Comparison⁤ images from DXOMARK featuring the Pura 80 Ultra, ‍X200 Ultra, and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL demonstrate that the iPhone 17 Pro isn’t the optimal choice ‌in all photographic scenarios, particularly ⁢when⁤ compared to⁤ leading Chinese‌ smartphone flagships.

September 21, 2025 0 comments

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Pixel 10: Storage Cut Sparks Outrage – 128GB a Disappointment?

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor July 5, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Google Pixel 10 Lineup: A Potential misstep with Storage Options

world-today-news.com – July 5, 2025 – Leaks surrounding the upcoming Google Pixel 10 series – including the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL – are causing concern among tech enthusiasts, particularly regarding the base storage options. The potential inclusion of only 128GB of storage with UFS 3.1 technology in a 2025 flagship device is being widely criticized [[1]].

Here’s a breakdown of the leaked specifications:

Pixel 10: Available in black, white, green, and purple with 128GB or 256GB storage options, paired with 12GB of RAM.
Pixel 10 Pro: Offered in black, beige, white, and green with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB storage options.
Pixel 10 Pro XL: Mirrors the Pro model’s color options and offers 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB storage configurations.
Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Will have the same memory versions as the Pro XL, but with fewer color options, and its availability in Poland is doubtful.

the Core Issue: UFS 3.1 in 2025?

The biggest point of contention is the use of UFS 3.1 storage in the base model Pixel 10. Industry observers point out that UFS 4.0 is not currently manufactured in 128GB capacities, leading to the conclusion that Google is deliberately limiting the base storage option to an older, slower technology [[1]].With modern apps, high-resolution photos and videos, and increasingly large game downloads (some exceeding 8GB), 128GB is becoming increasingly insufficient for many users. This has led to speculation that Google may offer a promotional deal to incentivize customers to upgrade to the 256GB version at the base price.

Is Google Undermining Its own Flagship?

Critics argue that offering a limited storage option with older technology could damage the Pixel brand’s reputation. The concern is that this move signals a lack of commitment to providing a premium user experiance, perhaps hindering the Pixel’s ability to compete with other flagship devices from manufacturers like Xiaomi, redmi, Realme, and Vivo [[1]].

July 5, 2025 0 comments