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People are using Apple's AirDrop feature to send gross, explicit pictures to strangers - but there's a simple fix to protect yourself
In order to be sent content over AirDrop, your iPhone or Mac has to be set as "discoverable" to oth…
Paige Leskin
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Apple puts a 10-minute time limit on AirDrop in China after protesters used it to spread posters opposing president Xi Jinping and the Chinese government
The change to Apple's AirDrop could end up decreasing the use of the iPhone feature among protester…
Aaron Mok
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Google is quietly bringing one of the iPhone's most-wanted features to Android
Google finally has a real answer to Apple's AirDrop in Nearby Share, which is launching for devices…
Lisa Eadicicco
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Why won't my AirDrop work? How to troubleshoot an AirDrop connection between Apple devices
When an AirDrop connection won't work between Apple devices, there are several things you can try t…
Meira Gebel
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An artist collected anonymously AirDropped images on the subway in a pre-pandemic relic of spontaneity
Designer Jumi Kim solicited AirDropped photos on the New York City subway for six months, receiving…
Palmer Haasch
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There is a vulnerability in iOS that leaves your iPhone wide open to hackers
But Dowd told Wired that the fix Apple is rolling out Wednesday will only limit access to the Airdr…
Cadie Thompson
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How to AirDrop a file from an iPhone to a Mac or other Apple devices
For Apple devices other than a Mac, including an iPhone, you can access the same permissions by goi…
Dave Johnson
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How to AirDrop a file between your iPhone, iPad, or Mac computer
Using AirDrop is a quick way to share files between Apple devices, such as an iPhone and Mac. Here'…
Dave Johnson
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Apple restricted AirDrop capabilities in China ahead of anti-government protests, leaving dissenters without key communication tool as demonstrations spread
The restrictions, which limit the ability to receive AirDrop content from "Everyone" to just 10 min…
Bethany Biron
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This woman was sent unsolicited photos of a penis via Apple's Airdrop feature in the first 'cyber-flashing' case
"I had Airdrop switched on because I had been using it previously to send photos to another iPhone …
Nathan McAlone
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How to AirDrop files from a Mac computer to other Apple devices
3. A new window will appear showing nearby devices you can share with. If you don't see the device …
Laura McCamy
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How to transfer videos from an iPhone to a Mac wirelessly
You can wirelessly transfer videos from your iPhone's Photos app to your Mac computer using AirDrop…
Laura McCamy
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There's a massive iPhone vulnerability that can only be stopped by downloading iOS 9
The AirDrop file is a piece of malware disguised as an app which, when the phone is rebooted, can t…
Max Slater-Robins
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'Where do AirDrop files go on an iPhone?': How to find the AirDrop files you've accepted on your iPhone
After you've sent or received an AirDrop file, check the app that matches the file type to ensure i…
Ryan Ariano
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Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo are teaming up to take on Apple’s AirDrop — and it’s coming by the end of the month
Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo — otherwise competitors — are teaming up to build a new file sharing system f…
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Google will bring Apple AirDrop-like feature to Android users in August
"The minimum OS version requirement falls in line with what Google has previously shared in re…
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How to fix AirDrop connection issues on iPhone, iPad, or Mac
If your AirDrop is not working on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, first make sure that Bluetooth is turned…
Meira Gebel
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Apple’s AirDrop is getting a new competitor — Google Nearby Share
Files by Google isn’t the most advanced tool but it is easy to use and is free. With the latest bet…
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Here's What Some Teens Are Using Instead Of Snapchat And Instagram To Share Pictures In Class
I pointed out that not everyone uses an iPhone. They countered by saying nearly everyone in their s…