According to a report, Google Drive is working on a new feature for Android devices that is expected to increase security while using the app. According to reports, it was found as the Android app’s APK was being teardown. The cloud storage app’s Privacy Screen feature has been accessible on the iOS version since 2020 and is reportedly making its way to the Android version.
In a report, Android Authority described the alleged Privacy Screen feature in development. Code string references to the feature were reportedly uncovered during an APK teardown of Google Drive for Android app version 2-24-467-3. It is expected to behave similarly to its iOS equivalent, requiring authentication before providing the user access to the app.
However, there are a few limitations that are consistent with the iOS version of the app. The code references indicate that, despite its activation, the shared data may still be accessible via the internet browser of other apps. Furthermore, the Privacy Screen feature may not protect notifications or other system functions.
This feature on Google Drive for iOS has a few other limits in terms of protection, including files shared with the Files app, photos shared with the Photos app, specific Siri functionality, and app uninstallation.
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Google has released an improved Drive file picker for Android devices. According to the company, users will find it easier to retrieve recently seen items on Google Drive. It also allows them to quickly view items shared within drives, My Drive, and other storage locations. The above update has already been rolled out to Rapid Release domains and will be available to Scheduled Release domains beginning December 2.
