Google‘s Nearby Share, a built-in app for transferring files between Android devices, could be in for a change. It could soon be called Quick Share, the same name as Samsung‘s own file-sharing service.

This isn’t just a cosmetic change, though. Hints suggest that Google and Samsung might be merging their file-sharing services entirely, or at least making them work together seamlessly. This would be a big win for Android users, especially those who own Samsung devices.

Google Nearby Share could be rebranded as Quick Share

Android developer Kmila Wojciechowska spotted the change after installing a Google Mobile Services update (version 23.50.13). The update not only renames Nearby Share but also introduces a new notification explaining the change and an icon that blends the designs of both services.

However, Quick Share’s functionality remains largely unchanged, with options to share files and photos with everyone, limit to your own devices, or restrict to contacts synced from your Google account.

The update also introduces a clearer pop-up menu separating your devices from nearby devices, making selection easier. For additional privacy, users can temporarily hide themselves from others for ten minutes.

Google’s existing Nearby Share for Windows might also receive a name change if the Quick Share rebranding becomes official. This would leave only macOS as the remaining platform missing the service. 

Such a move could benefit both Google and Samsung, strengthening the connection between their devices and the broader Android ecosystem. 

However, Google has yet to officially comment on the potential rebranding or any future collaborations with Samsung. For now, users can expect the familiar Nearby Share functionality under the new Quick Share name, with the possibility of further developments in the future.

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