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Google attempts to fix the Drive bug that is causing people's files to go missing
Google Drive for desktop now offers a recovery tool, which may help find the missing files affected by an earlier sync issue.
Google is investigating a Drive issue that causes files to go missing
Google has acknowledged an issue with files and folders going missing from Drive and stated that it appears to be caused by the Drive for Desktop app
How to get the most out of Google Drive
Make the most out of Google Drive with these pro tips. Find out how to boost productivity, improve collaboration and make your life easier.
Google Drive's improved search filters are rolling out to all Workspace users
Google Drive's "search chips" designed to making it easier to find files are rolling out to all Workspace users.
Google is testing an easier way to search for files in Drive
Drawing inspiration from Gmail, Google is introducing a new set of filters below the search bar in Drive that allow users to quickly and easily refine any query.
WhatsApp begins rolling out end-to-end encryption for chat backups
The wait is over. It’s now possible to encrypt your WhatsApp chat history on both Android and iOS.
15 years of Google Docs, and where the next 15 might take us
A look back at 15 years of Google Docs, and where collaboration software might go next.
Google One adds a middle-ground 5TB storage plan
Google One now has a 5TB plan for $25 per month — in case the 10TB plan was far too expensive for your needs.
Google rolls out a new Drive desktop app for syncing files and photos
It's replacing the Backup and Sync and Drive File Stream apps.
Google Drive security update could leave some file links broken
Google will add a resource key to Drive links generated for sharing.
Google's Workspace suite is now available to anyone
Google is opening up Workspace to all users with a Google account and improving some features.
Google Photos' free unlimited storage ends tomorrow
Google Photos' free unlimited storage ends tomorrow — here's what you need to know, including a few alternatives.
Google updates Gmail and other iOS apps for the first time in months
Chrome and Drive are still on the back burner, however.
Google now has iOS widgets for Gmail, Drive and Fit, with more on the way
You can check out the company's new Gmail, Drive and Fit widgets today.
Google Drive will start automatically deleting Trash files after 30 days
Deleted Google Drive files will no longer live in Trash indefinitely.
Italy is investigating Apple, Google and Dropbox cloud storage services
Italy launches six investigations into Apple, Google and Dropbox cloud storage services.
Google Drive flaw may let attackers fool you into installing malware
Google Drive reportedly has a security flaw that lets attackers use version control to install malware on users' devices.
Google's overnight Gmail outage is finally over (updated)
Is Gmail down? For many people the answer is yes, with errors on attached files and failures to login.
Google is releasing a free phone backup tool for iOS
Last year, Google added automatic Android phone backups to Google One, the company’s “membership” program that includes Drive storage, family sharing and a handful of other perks.
Google rolls out Drive shortcuts ahead of folder structure changes
Google has started giving everyone access to Drive shortcuts, a few months after it first revealed its beta version. The feature was designed to make it easier to organize files and to point people to specific ones across various folders. You can, for instance, create a shortcut for a certain file saved in a shared drive and then send that shortcut to people in your team. They'll only be able to open it if they have access to the drive where it's saved, though -- those who don't have access to the drive can only see the shortcut.
