Samsung already has a proprietary feature called Quick Share to quickly share files between smartphones, tablets, and even brand laptops. The feature works great, but only within its ecosystem. In case the owners of different Android smartphones want to transfer files to each other, they can use a similar function from Google (Nearby Share), but it often works slower. Several Android device makers are seeking to address this issue with a single file-sharing standard, and Samsung is joining the alliance.
The alliance, founded by OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi two years ago, is called the Mutual Transmission Alliance (MTA), its goal is to implement the function of wireless file exchange between mobile devices. It currently also includes ASUS, Black Shark, Hisense, Meizu, OnePlus, Realme, ZTE and Samsung. It is possible that the South Korean giant will integrate MTA standards into its own Quick Share function, which will allow it to seamlessly share files with smartphones and laptops from other manufacturers.
The alliance solution uses Bluetooth LE to scan nearby compatible devices, and the actual file sharing is done over a P2P connection based on Wi-Fi Direct. Apparently, the average file exchange rate for this standard is about 20 Mbps. It supports sharing audio, video, pictures, documents and other files.
There is no word yet on when Samsung plans to implement the changes to its file sharing system. It is also unknown whether it will become popular or whether smartphone owners will prefer to use Google Nearby Share.
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