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CNET
5 days ago
- CNET
Is Apple's AirDrop Not Working for You? Here's How to Fix It
AirDrop has always been a quick and convenient way to transfer files between Apple's devices. You can use it to easily share photos, documents, videos, audio recordings, contact cards, web links, notes and other data between iPads, iPhones and Macs. You can also use AirDrop to transfer those files to nearby contacts (as long as they have iOS or MacOS) and it works with any iOS device with iOS 7 or newer and Macs running OS X Yosemite or newer. For a detailed explanation of how to use AirDrop, check out our guide here. But even if you follow these steps, sometimes AirDrop can fail. Here are a few possible reasons why it's not working. Watch this: All Things Mobile: Our iPhone 16 Pro 7-Month Check-In 06:14 Bluetooth or Wi-Fi isn't on AirDrop uses both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to discover devices and share files. So both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi need to be turned on in order for it to work. If even one of the connections is disabled, AirDrop will not work. If you're having trouble with either of these connections, you can try toggling these features off and on again. To do so, simply head to Settings or Control Center and enable both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Personal Hotspot is enabled If your phone or tablet's Personal Hotspot feature is turned on, that might prevent AirDrop from working. Make sure that's disabled and make sure that the other device also has it turned off. A VPN connection might also create issues with AirDrop. If you're using a VPN, make sure that local networking is allowed. Otherwise, try disabling it in case you're having issues with AirDrop. You can double-check your AirDrop settings from the Control Center using these menus. Nicole Lee/CNET AirDrop is set to Receiving Off Another reason AirDrop might not be working is that your AirDrop settings are incorrect. If you have it as "Receiving Off," no one can AirDrop files to you. To correct this, you need to do the following: Open the Control Center panel panel Tap the wireless connection icon Tap the AirDrop icon Choose Contacts Only or Everyone for 10 Minutes The "Contacts Only" option only works with people saved in your contacts while the "Everyone" option opens your phone to the public for 10 minutes. We wouldn't advise choosing the latter unless you really trust the people around you. If the person you want to AirDrop with isn't in your contacts yet, it might be best to save them as a contact first before doing the AirDrop. Otherwise, the Everyone option is all right if you're in a relatively private location. Just make sure that it switches back to a more private option after the transfer ends. Your contact doesn't include their Apple ID If you had set the AirDrop preference set to "Contacts Only," then both parties need to have each other's Apple ID email address or mobile number set up in the Contacts app in order to work. If that's not working, then you can just use the Everyone option to AirDrop the file. Make sure the receiving iPhone is unlocked and powered on for AirDrop. Celso Bulgatti/CNET One of the devices is locked If one of the devices is locked or powered off, then AirDrop will not work. AirDrop won't see a locked device as an available device for sending something. Make sure the receiving iPhone, iPad or Mac is unlocked and powered on so that AirDrop can recognize it. The devices are too far apart Since AirDrop uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to transfer files, the two devices need to be within Bluetooth range of each other, which is often 30 feet. Try placing the two devices as close to each other as possible to minimize any errors. In iOS 18, the transfers can continue over the internet even if the initial connection is lost, so you could move apart after the process has already started. James Martin/CNET Incompatible hardware AirDrop only works with iOS and MacOS products, not with Android or PC products. Android does have Quick Share, which functions similarly to AirDrop. It's also possible that you are trying to AirDrop files that are particularly large, like 4K video files. If that's the case, check out this guide for transferring large videos from your iPhone to a Mac using the Image Capture tool on MacOSO.
National Post
15-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Boomi Acquires Thru, Inc., Strengthening Secure Managed File Transfer (MFT) and Advancing Context-Aware Integration
Article content Article content CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — Boomi™, the leader in AI-driven automation, today announced a definitive agreement to acquire Thru, Inc., a provider of enterprise-grade Managed File Transfer solutions and trusted Boomi partner. The acquisition marks a strategic expansion of Boomi's file-based integration capabilities, all within a single, cloud-native platform that seamlessly manages data movement across APIs, applications, and files. Article content 'As organizations increasingly manage a hybrid mix of API-based and file-based integrations, Thru, Inc.'s proven MFT technology ensures secure, scalable, and compliant file exchange across distributed business ecosystems,' said Greg Wolfe, Chief Commercial Officer at Boomi. 'The addition of these capabilities further strengthens Boomi's ability to deliver dynamic, context-aware integration across diverse data types and systems, especially for those use cases with strict compliance requirements such as SOC 2, and others.' Article content Boomi and Thru, Inc. have long partnered to deliver MFT solutions to joint enterprise customers in industries like financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing — where file transfer is a mission-critical part of business operations. The acquisition will streamline customer experiences by embedding Thru, Inc.'s functionality directly into the Boomi Enterprise Platform, enabling the integrated management of APIs, applications, and files from a single, intelligent interface. Article content Boomi's acquisition of Thru, Inc. represents the latest in Boomi's continued efforts to modernize the Boomi Enterprise Platform, enhance its automation capabilities, and add increased value to customers. Thru, Inc.'s secure, scalable, and enterprise-grade managed file transfer solution will now form a foundational pillar of Boomi's secure data exchange strategy, enhancing Boomi's ability to support customers with end-to-end, secure file transfer at scale. As global enterprises look to modernize legacy MFT tools, the combined strengths of Boomi and Thru, Inc. will offer unmatched flexibility, automation, and security — all within Boomi's unified platform. By offering native MFT technology Boomi empowers enterprises with: Article content Secure and compliant file exchanges – by encrypting data in transit and at rest, scanning for threats, and meeting global compliance standards such as SOC 2 within a zero trust architecture. Efficient file transfer operations – with an elastic cloud platform capable of high-volume, many-to-many exchanges without additional infrastructure or bottlenecks. Full operational visibility and control – with centralized monitoring, real-time alerts, and detailed audit trails across all file movement. Article content The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and is currently expected to close by the end of June 2025. Article content Additional Resources Article content Boomi, the leader in AI-driven automation, helps organizations around the world automate and streamline critical processes to achieve business outcomes faster. Harnessing advanced AI capabilities, the Boomi Enterprise Platform seamlessly connects systems and manages data flows with API management, integration, data management, and AI orchestration in one comprehensive solution. With over 23,000 customers globally and a network of 800+ partners, Boomi is revolutionizing the way enterprises of all sizes achieve business agility and operational excellence. Discover more at Article content This press release contains forward-looking statements, including expectations regarding Boomi's acquisition of Thru, Inc., product integration, and customer outcomes. These statements are based on current assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties, such as potential delays in closing, integration challenges, and market factors. Actual results may differ materially. Boomi undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Article content Article content
CNET
08-05-2025
- CNET
Is Apple's AirDrop Not Working? Try These Solutions
AirDrop has long been a fast and easy way for Apple users to transfer files between devices. When enabled, you can easily share photos, documents, videos, audio recordings, contact cards, web links, notes and more between iPads, iPhones and Macs. AirDrop lets you easily move files across your own devices, but you can also use it to transfer them to nearby contacts (as long as they have iOS or MacOS). It works with any iOS device with iOS 7 or newer and Macs running OS X Yosemite or newer. For a detailed explanation of how to use AirDrop, check out our guide here. But even if you follow these steps, sometimes AirDrop can fail. Here are a few possible reasons why it's not working. Watch this: All Things Mobile: Our iPhone 16 Pro 7-Month Check-In 06:14 Bluetooth or Wi-Fi isn't on AirDrop uses both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to discover devices and share files. So both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi need to be turned on in order for it to work. If even one of the connections is disabled, AirDrop will not work. If you're having trouble with either of these connections, you can try toggling these features off and on again. To do so, simply head to Settings or Control Center and enable both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Personal Hotspot is enabled If your phone or tablet's Personal Hotspot feature is turned on, that might prevent AirDrop from working. Make sure that's disabled and make sure that the other device also has it turned off. A VPN connection might also create issues with AirDrop. If you're using a VPN, make sure that local networking is allowed. Otherwise, try disabling it in case you're having issues with AirDrop. You can double-check your AirDrop settings from the Control Center using these menus. Nicole Lee/CNET AirDrop is set to Receiving Off Another reason AirDrop might not be working is that your AirDrop settings are incorrect. If you have it as "Receiving Off," no one can AirDrop files to you. To correct this, you need to do the following: Open the Control Center panel panel Tap the wireless connection icon Tap the AirDrop icon Choose Contacts Only or Everyone for 10 Minutes The "Contacts Only" option only works with people saved in your contacts while the "Everyone" option opens your phone to the public for 10 minutes. We wouldn't advise choosing the latter unless you really trust the people around you. If the person you want to AirDrop with isn't in your contacts yet, it might be best to save them as a contact first before doing the AirDrop. Otherwise, the Everyone option is all right if you're in a relatively private location. Just make sure that it switches back to a more private option after the transfer ends. Your contact doesn't include their Apple ID If you had set the AirDrop preference set to "Contacts Only," then both parties need to have each other's Apple ID email address or mobile number set up in the Contacts app in order to work. If that's not working, then you can just use the Everyone option to AirDrop the file. Make sure the receiving iPhone is unlocked and powered on for AirDrop. Celso Bulgatti/CNET One of the devices is locked If one of the devices is locked or powered off, then AirDrop will not work. AirDrop won't see a locked device as an available device for sending something. Make sure the receiving iPhone, iPad or Mac is unlocked and powered on so that AirDrop can recognize it. The devices are too far apart Since AirDrop uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to transfer files, the two devices need to be within Bluetooth range of each other, which is often 30 feet. Try placing the two devices as close to each other as possible to minimize any errors. In iOS 18, the transfers can continue over the internet even if the initial connection is lost, so you could move apart after the process has already started. James Martin/CNET Incompatible hardware AirDrop only works with iOS and MacOS products, not with Android or PC products. Android does have Quick Share, which functions similarly to AirDrop. It's also possible that you are trying to AirDrop files that are particularly large, like 4K video files. If that's the case, check out this guide for transferring large videos from your iPhone to a Mac using the Image Capture tool on MacOSO.
