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Published 13:53 IST, May 10th 2019

Google Android Q Final Version To Skip This File Share Feature When Released

Android Beam would reportedly be missing from the final stable version of Android Q.

Reported by: Tech Desk
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Google’s Android Q beta which was launched recently is confirmed to come with multiple newer features such as the Focus Mode, Smart Reply to WhatsApp texts, and the dark mode. But apparently, the newer operating system (OS) variant also eliminates a current-gen aspect which is the Android Beam.  

For the uninitiated, Google Beam is a Near Field Communication (NFC) related technology wherein it becomes a lot simpler to share photos, files, videos between two phones. Now, as per a Tech Radar report, Google would eliminate this functionality in Android Q (and potentially in later versions as well) which means that the final public release may not contain Android Beam and there are no alternatives to this feature as well – for those using Android Beam in the earlier case that is.  

At this point in time, it is worth noting that Apple also has an AirDrop feature that lets users instantaneously share all favourite aspects with other “nearby” Apple devices wirelessly.  

In related updates, the Android Q developer preview is now seeding to smartphones such as the likes of OnePlus 6T and the older OnePlus 6 phones, with the newer OnePlus 7 also in line to receive the newer Google firmware variant soon. For the first timers, it is worth noting that You would require sound technical knowledge of processes such as rooting and flashing ROMS before you proceed with flashing Android Q developer preview within your OnePlus 6, 6T smartphones. In this regard, do here to check out the ROM packages and instructions on flashing Android Q developer preview edition.  

Also Read: Got A Google Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL: Your Smartphones Have Now Seemingly Been Officially Discontinued, Android Q Works Though

Also Read: Google Android Q Developer Preview Beta: Check Out How You Could Manually Downgrade To Android Pie, After Testing Newer OS Variant​​​​​​​

Updated 13:56 IST, May 10th 2019

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