Google brings AirDrop-like Tap to Share to Android, starting with Pixel
TL;DR. Google introduced a new Tap to Share feature for Android, initially for Pixel phones, allowing seamless content transfer between devices via NFC. - The feature is an update to Quick Share, enabling transfer of contacts, photos, videos, and links by tapping phones. - It leverages NFC technology, requiring both devices to have NFC turned on and correctly aligned for tapping. - Pixel 11 places its NFC antenna at the top, simplifying the tap-to-share process for users.
- Google launched 'Tap to Share' for Android, similar to Apple's AirDrop.
- This feature, an update to Quick Share, facilitates easy transfer of various data types by tapping devices.
- NFC technology is central to its function, necessitating proper antenna alignment and NFC activation on both phones.
- The new Pixel 11 optimizes antenna placement for improved Tap to Share and mobile payment experiences.
Sources
- Google's Tap to Share finally brings AirDrop-style sharing to Android — androidpolice.com