Google Drive is improving the security of user data when it comes to file-sharing. After a new update, Google Drive now allows its users to set expirations on shared files and folders. The new feature ensures that access to such files automatically expires after a selected period by the sharer. Google Drive’s new functionality is useful for teams that handle confidential files, temporary projects, or sensitive client materials.

Google Drive users can now set expiration dates on shared files and folders

In 2023, Google introduced a new change in the Google Drive API, which allowed users to set an expiration date on files and folders that reside in shared drives. However, now Google Drive users can set expirations on shared files directly from the sharing dialog. The much-anticipated functionality brings the ease and security of My Drive access controls into collaborative shared drives, Google mentioned in a blog post.

After the new update, Google Drive can set an expiration date in the sharing dialog box for temporary collaborators using the “Add expiration” option from the drop-down menu. Once the expiration date passes, the system will automatically revoke access for other users, eliminating the need for manual backups.

Furthermore, Google Drive now allows users to apply an expiration date to the “Viewer role” for shared Drive folders. This allows you to automatically remove read-only access to files in the folder once a collaborator no longer needs it.

Google is also standardizing access expiration across Google Drive

Alongside the new Shared Drive update, the tech titan is also standardizing the expiration behavior in “My Drive. Earlier, if you gave someone temporary Editor access to a file within a folder, they could only view it later and lost access completely once that permission expired.

Now, when temporary Editor access ends, the user’s permission automatically reverts to the level they have on the parent folder, which is usually Viewer. It means the collaborators still keep basic access instead of losing it entirely.

Google Drive has started rolling out the new feature to Google Workspace customers, including Business, Enterprise, and Education editions. Personal Google Account users will get the new functionality in the coming weeks. Since it’s a gradual rollout, it could take a few weeks to reach all Google Drive users globally.

Currently, you can set sharing expirations on the web and on Android devices. iOS device users can’t set the same in My Drive or shared drives yet.

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Motorola has expanded its portfolio of mid-range devices by introducing the Moto G67 Power. The brand has loaded the device with a massive 7,000mAh battery. Motorola promises the huge power cell of the device keeps the chargers at bay as it can deliver as many as three days of regular usage. As expected, the phone also gets 33W TurboPower fast charging technology.

Meet the Motorola Moto G67 Power, the firm’s latest mid-range smartphone

Talking about the design first, the Moto G67 Power looks nearly identical to the other recent G series offerings from the brand. However, the phone is sturdier, thanks to the IP64 ratings for dust and splash resistance, and the MIL-STD 810H certification. It also features a layer of Corning’s Gorilla Glass 7i on top of the screen to protect it against daily wear and tear.

Moving on, Motorola has offered a 6.7-inch full HD+ LCD screen panel. It offers a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 1,050 nits. Driving the Moto G67 Power is the 2.4GHz octa-core Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 4nm processor. An Adreno 710 GPU and 8GB of RAM complement the SoC.

A 50MP Sony LYT main camera, a 32MP selfie shooter, and more

In terms of optics, the Motorola G67 Power gets a 50MP primary camera at the rear with a 1.95-inch Sony LYT-600 sensor. An 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a “two-in-one Flicker” camera assist the main camera. For selfie lovers, it has a 32MP camera with an aperture of f/2.2.

Software-wise, the new Motorola phone runs the Android 15-based Hello UX. The firm has promised one major OS upgrade and three years of monthly Android security updates with the device. The other highlights include Dolby Atmos-backed stereo speakers, dual microphones, 5G SA/NSA support, and a vegan leather finish at the rear.

Motorola will start selling the Moto G67 Power first in India on November 12th, where it’ll retail for around $180. It comes in PANTONE Cilantro, PANTONE Curacao Blue, and PANTONE Parachute Purple colorways. As of now, the company hasn’t revealed a launch date for global markets.

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A little over a week ago, Sony started rolling out the Android 16 update for the Xperia 10 VI owners across the globe. The new firmware arrived after hitting the Xperia 1 VII and Xperia 1 VI flagships earlier in October. Sony has now released the Android 16 update for the Xperia 10 VII mid-range phone launched earlier in September.

Sony’s Xperia 10 VII is getting the Android 16 update in select regions

According to user reports, Sony is rolling out the Android 16 update for the Xperia 10 VII units widely in Europe and Japan. Sony is rolling out the new firmware, which carries the build number 72.1.A.2.65, over the air.

The size of the update is around 1GB. Soon, the update will reach more Xperia 10 VII users globally. The firmware is rolling out in a phased manner, so not all the devices will get it at the same time. You can do a manual check for the update by going to your phone’s Settings > Software update section.

Android 16 brings a handful of goodies for Xperia devices

Sony already released the changelog of the Android 16 update for its Xperia phones earlier. The update brings a handful of goodies, including intelligent notifications, secure authentication, and visual improvements. Android 16 automatically groups similar alerts from the same app, so your phone doesn’t have a cluttered notifications bar.

Furthermore, the new update brings HDR screenshots, QR code position enhancements, and new image quality settings. There are new settings for Side Sense, lock screen customization options, new sound effect settings, battery status, and more.

It goes without saying that the new firmware improves the security of your smartphone significantly. You can check the complete changelog of the Android 16 update on Sony’s website.

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Xiaomi launched the 17 series of flagship smartphones, including the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, several weeks ago. The firm is now planning to introduce the highly anticipated “Ultra” variant in the series soon. A tipster recently revealed major details regarding the phone’s camera specs. Now, the same source suggests that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will feature the largest camera sensor ever found on a phone.

Xiaomi could offer the largest phone camera sensor on the 17 Ultra

According to Digital Chat Station, a reliable gadget tipster on China’s Weibo, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will feature the largest camera sensor ever found on a smartphone. It will have a big circular camera module like the Xiaomi 15 Pro, instead of a small rear display, to accommodate the bigger lens.

Apart from the largest camera sensor, Xiaomi will equip the 17 Ultra with “exclusive new telephoto technology” (machine translated), as per the source. Additionally, the device will have a new external lens solution, which will allegedly surpass all currently available options on the market.

Earlier, the same source claimed that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will have a new 50MP main camera with a significantly larger sensor and improved in-sensor zoom tech. The telephoto lens will use a new 200MP large-sensor periscope shooter, offering multiple focal lengths without deteriorating image quality.

Sharing key specs with the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The tipster also claimed that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will share most of its key specs, including the display, chipset, speakers, vibration motor, and fingerprint sensor, with the 17 Pro Max variant.

If the information is correct, we can expect Xiaomi to fit the new Ultra model with a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED 120Hz display. Under the helm, it could also feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: the latest flagship chipset on the market. The device will also be available in a “prestigious gold color,” mentioned the source.

Xiaomi hasn’t yet revealed when it’ll launch this year’s Ultra flagship smartphone. So far, the reports indicate that the firm could unleash the new photography beast at some point in the first quarter of 2026.

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Amazon debuted its next generation of Echo devices a little over a month ago. Dubbed the Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11, the company has designed the new speakers specifically for Alexa+, which is the firm’s more conversational AI assistant. Two of these devices, the Amazon Echo Dot Max and Studio, are finally available to buy.

Amazon’s Echo Dot Max and Studio speakers are available starting from $99.99

Amazon started taking pre-orders for the Echo Dot Max and Studio right after the launch in the US earlier this month, and it has now made them available for purchase. The Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio are up for grabs at $99.99 and $219.99, respectively.

Both come in Graphite and Glacier White color variants. Amazon is offering the Echo Dot Max in an additional Amethyst colorway as well. Amazon Prime consumers in the US are getting Alexa+ Early Access out of the box for free.

The Echo Dot Max and Studio key highlights

For those unaware, the Echo Dot Max is a premium speaker that uses Amazon’s new AZ3 chip. The chip delivers faster Alexa responses and boosts overall performance. The device features a dual-speaker setup with a high-excursion woofer and custom tweeter, providing deeper bass and crisp vocals. It also doubles as a smart-home hub with built-in support for Matter and Zigbee.

As for the latest Echo Studio model, it sports a powerful high-excursion woofer and three full-range drivers. It is 40 percent smaller than its predecessor, yet delivers a more powerful sound. The smart home accessory supports spatial audio and Dolby Atmos. Amazon says the device offers a premium audio performance in a compact form that blends into any living space.

In case you’re interested in the latest Amazon Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 displays, you can pre-order them directly from Amazon in the US. The former is available for $179.99, while the latter will set you back $219.99. These will be going on sale on November 29.

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A week ago, Samsung rolled out the October 2025 Android security patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. The firm has now rolled out the same firmware for its older flagship smartphone range. Samsung already shipped the new security update for the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S24 FE, and Galaxy S25 series. Now, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 are getting their October 2025 security update.

Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 are getting the October security update in Europe

Samsung has kicked off the rollout of the October 2025 security update for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, starting with Europe. The new firmware version of the former is F956BXXS2CYJ1, while the latter’s update carries the firmware version F741BXXS2CYJ1. 

Samsung is rolling out the latest Android security patch for these devices over the air in a phased manner, so it could take some time to reach all units.

The update fixes multiple security vulnerabilities

You can check if the update is available for your Galaxy Z 6 series foldable offering by going to Settings > Software update > Download and install. Samsung’s October security update brings fixes for 34 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) and SVE items.

Samsung released the One UI 8.0 update based on Android 16 for the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 recently. The One UI 8.5 will be the next big update for these devices, but it won’t roll out anytime soon.

In the meantime, Samsung is also upgrading the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 units with the October 2025 Android security patch. The size of the update, which also carries the One UI 8 enhancements, for the 2022 foldables is nearly 3.5GB. Samsung is currently rolling out the update to these phones in its home market of South Korea, but a wider rollout could begin soon.

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