Google Drive: News

Launched in 2012, Google Drive is a hosting service where one can store files on servers, share them and also synchronize those across any device, like a smartphone, tablet or a computer. The files in Drive, such as videos, photos and documents, are backed up in such a way that one can’t lose them. Through Google One, a person can store up to 15GB of data for free. And if one pays, which is optional, even data up to 100GB, 200GB, 2TB, 10TB, 20TB, and 30TB can be kept in there. Drive, which includes Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides, form an office suite that allows collaborative editing of presentations, documents, images, etc. The files that are created and edited through this suite all are saved in Drive.

03 Mar 2023

Google

See what Google knows about you; you won't like it

Most of us have used at least one of Google's products and services. And most of us have wondered how much the tech giant knows about us.

24 Feb 2023

Google

Google enhances Workspace apps with a fresh design, new features

Google has introduced new features and some design changes for its Workspace applications, including Docs and Sheets.

16 Sep 2022

Google

Google Drive gets new rotary dial-like widget on Android tablets

The Android tablet revolution is real, and Google is doing everything on its part to sustain it.

01 Jul 2022

Gmail

Google Drive: Top tips and tricks you must know

For most of us, a day without using at least one of Google's services is almost unthinkable. Today, we take a look at one of Google's most valuable services - the Drive.

05 Sep 2021

Google

Here's how to access Google Drive files even when offline

The biggest disadvantage of cloud storage is that files remain inaccessible if you aren't online. Now, Google Drive has announced that you will be able to access your files offline, after enabling access through a few simple steps.

23 Aug 2020

Security

#BugAlert: Attackers can use Google Drive to hack your system

A major security flaw has been flagged in Googe Drive, an issue that could easily be used by a hacker to trick you into downloading malware or ransomware.

20 Aug 2020

Twitter

#OutageAlert: Gmail, Drive, Docs, and other services are down [Fixed]

A number of Google services, including Gmail and Google Docs, appear to have been affected in what looks like a major outage.

16 Apr 2020

iOS

Soon, Google will protect your Drive files with Face ID

Google Drive always remains protected with a password - the same one you use for your Google account.

03 Apr 2020

Google

#TechBytes: How to get the most out of Zoom

In the wake of the novel coronavirus crisis, video conferencing service Zoom has become the talk of the town.

04 Mar 2020

Facebook

Soon, WhatsApp will let you protect chat backups with passwords

A few hours ago, Facebook enabled dark mode on WhatsApp, making the messaging service easier to use in dark environments.

12 Oct 2019

Gmail

Remember! Your boss can read your emails (on Gmail)

Nobody likes to be spied upon, especially when the person spying is none other than your own boss!

02 Oct 2019

Security

Former Yahoo engineer hacked thousands of accounts for nudes

In a shocking case, a software engineer who used to work at Yahoo has pleaded guilty to accessing and searching thousands of accounts on the service.

12 Aug 2019

India

#NewsBytesExclusive: FinArt, the AI-powered solution to manage money, cut expenses

With the rise of Digital India, money management has become a tedious task.

20 Jul 2019

iOS

This tool can steal data from iCloud, Google Drive

An Israeli company, by the name of NSO Group, is selling a dangerous hacking tool, one that can be used to mine your personal files from Google Drive and iCloud.

19 Jul 2019

Security

Your privately-shared Google Photos are not fully secure: Here's why

Google Photos makes an ideal platform to back up images and videos.

13 Jul 2019

India

A complete guide on getting started with WhatsApp Messenger

One of the most popular messaging apps, WhatsApp needs no introduction.

22 Jun 2019

Aadhaar Card

My Aadhaar Online contest: Everything you need to know

UIDAI, the statutory authority for Aadhaar, is hosting a My Aadhaar Online contest in India.

29 Mar 2019

iPhone

Got a new phone? Here's a quick data migration guide

Getting a phone is easy but setting it up with the data from the previous device - from photos to apps - might seem like a time-consuming task.

14 Mar 2019

Technology

Now, use 'Firefox Send' for free, fully encrypted file transfers

Mozilla, the non-profit organization behind the famous Firefox browser, has launched a new service for instant file transfers - Firefox Send.

12 Mar 2019

India

#FinancialBytes: 5 apps to help homemakers manage finances better

Financial management, planning, and budgeting are essential skills homemakers should have in order to run their household smoothly.

01 Mar 2019

Microsoft

Want to send large files for free? Try these tools

For most of us, email is an ideal file-sharing option - simple, secure and used by everyone.

25 Dec 2018

Delhi Police

Delhi Police are acquiring technology to hack cloud storage systems

After the controversy over the Center's 'snooping order', the Delhi Police are gearing up to acquire new technology that will enable cops to hack into cloud-based storage systems and extract suspects' data for analysis.

06 Dec 2018

WhatsApp

Soon, you will not be able to use Google Allo

As is common practice at Google, now its smart messaging service Allo is falling on the chopping block.

13 Nov 2018

WhatsApp

WhatsApp to delete outdated Google Drive backups: What to do

If you have not backed up WhatsApp chats and photos on Google Drive in a long while, do it immediately or they'll be removed.

03 Nov 2018

WhatsApp

Here are 6 tips to keep your WhatsApp secure

World-wide, WhatsApp is now the quintessential messaging app.

30 Oct 2018

Google

Want to be more productive on Chrome? Try these extensions

Google Chrome is one of the most popular internet browsers in the world. It is widely used and regularly updated with interesting (sometimes annoying) features.

19 Sep 2018

Google

5 best cloud storage apps for every smartphone user

Our smartphones are packed with limited storage and thus, storing high-quality pictures and videos, documents along with countless apps and games is obviously quite difficult.

15 Sep 2018

WhatsApp

WhatsApp backups will be deleted soon; backup your chats now

Google recently entered into an agreement with WhatsApp that will stop the messaging-app backups from eating into your Google Drive storage quota.

23 Aug 2018

WhatsApp

WhatsApp backups will be deleted soon; backup your chats now

Google recently entered into an agreement with WhatsApp that will stop the messaging-app backups from eating into your Google Drive storage quota.

16 Aug 2018

Google Maps

Google One launches in US, offers new, cheaper cloud storage

For reasons as yet unknown, Google is rebranding its Google Drive storage plans as Google One, and has introduced newer, cheaper cloud storage plans for its customers, marking the first price cut in its cloud storage service in over four years.

28 Jul 2018

YouTube

Google Drive to hit 1 billion users mark this week

Google just can't stop growing.

03 Jul 2018

YouTube

What'll happen to your Google account after you pass away?

If you haven't already, you might want to think about what will happen to your Google account once you pass away.

24 Jun 2018

YouTube

What'll happen to your Google account after you pass away?

If you haven't already, you might want to think about what will happen to your Google account once you pass away.

06 Mar 2018

Google

Google is killing Google-Drive app, here's what you can do

Google Inc. will shut down its Google Drive app for Windows and macOS on May 12.

22 Nov 2017

WhatsApp

Here are 6 tips to keep your WhatsApp secure

Over 1.3 billion people use WhatsApp app every day to connect with family and friends.

26 Sep 2017

Android

Mobile phones with limited storage? Here's what you can do

A smartphone is not limited to making calls.

09 Sep 2017

Google

Google Drive app gets replaced by Google Drive File Stream

Google will discontinue the Google Drive app by the end of next year. However, there is no need to panic, as it will get replaced by Drive File Stream.

09 Jun 2017

YouTube

How can you protect your own data from Google

For every free bit of software that you download or service you use, chances are the makers are taking something (usually personal data) or the other to provide you this service.