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- Samsung is reportedly working on a secure app for file sharing.
- The app called Private Share uses blockchain technology.
Samsung already has a nifty Quick Share function for local file sharing and UWB-based sharing for the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. Now it appears that the company is working on a way to back up files after they have been shared.
SamMobile reports that Samsung is working on a feature called Private Share. This is apparently a blockchain-based secure file transfer app that allows senders to set an expiration date on the shared file. The shared files will be deleted from the recipient’s phone after the expiration date / date of expiration, similar to Snapchat and Signal.
The point of sale claims that both the recipient and the sender need the Private Share app on their phones, with the sender initiating a transfer request which the recipient can then accept or decline. It is believed that the app does not allow recipients to re-share a received file, but it is unclear whether the file can be accessed and shared through file manager apps.
SamMobile suggests the app might debut on the Galaxy S30 series, but we’ve seen the Quick Share app be available for a wide variety of Galaxy devices. So don’t be surprised if Private Share is also available for many Samsung phones and tablets.
Either way, a more secure file sharing app can give users some level of security if it works properly. This can be useful for sharing sensitive pictures, legal documents, passport / ID scans, and more.
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