News & Reviews:   Google Drive

If you’ve ever been lost for words at what to comment on a document by your colleague, then this new feature coming to Google Docs is made just for you. Currently rolling out to users, Google Docs now supports emoji reactions!

Announced via its Google Workspace Updates blog, Google said that the new feature provides users with a less formal alternative to comments when expressing their opinions. Furthermore, Google also confirmed that the feature supports all emojis available in the latest Emoji 14.0 release.

Google recently revealed that you may get a notification that your files in Google Drive are restricted or locked if they violate their abuse program policies. According to them, the filename will be flagged and “you won’t be able to share it, and your file will no longer be publicly accessible, even to people who have the link”. 

Before launching Android 12, Google is already rolling out part of the update to the users. The Material You, a more aesthetic-looking design language from the upcoming operating system update, will now be available on some Google apps, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Starting from 1 June 2021, Google will no longer be offering free unlimited storage for photos that are uploaded onto Google Photos using the “High quality” setting. With that being said, you might want to consider subscribing to Google One which lets provides you with up to 2TB of additional storage space starting from as low as RM8.49 a month.

Back in November, Google announced a new storage policy on your Google accounts which includes Gmail and Google Drive. In an effort to make more space and eventually merging all the accounts together, Google just recently introduced refreshed Google One plans for Malaysians but only for the 10TB, 20TB and 30TB plans.

After Facebook facing issues with some of its platforms not responding last week, it looks like Google is the next to have problems as some of its services are currently down including YouTube, Google Drive, Google Assistant, and more.

If you rely on Gmail and Google Drive a lot on your iPhone and iPad, here's some good news for ya - there are new updates for the apps and you can now add them as widgets to your iOS home screen officially. Here are the simple steps on how to do it.

In addition to the newly announced Google Photo fee charge in 2021, Google also announced a new update to storage policies for both Gmail and Google Drive. So if you're a Google user, pay attention because this is going to be important!

If you're an iOS and Google Drive user, you might want to update the app to the latest version now. Just a few hours ago, the new update appeared and according to the description, there is a new Privacy Screen feature option which requires a Face ID, Touch ID or passcode when login into the app. It's also available on the iPadOS.

When it comes to messaging software, Google has never managed to get a foothold on the market. But it looks like the company won't give up just yet and is looking for a different implementation. Word has gotten out that Google is working on a new business communications platform, which will combine several Google services together.