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Nearby Share vs The Journal

A side-by-side look at Nearby Share and The Journal. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Nearby Share

Nearby Share

Social & Communications

Nearby Share is a file sharing service developed by Google that allows Android and ChromeOS users to quickly share files, links, photos and more with other nearby devices. It uses Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other proximity technologies to detect nearby devices and enables fast, simple transfers without needing an internet connection.

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The Journal

The Journal

Office & Productivity

The Journal is a free, open-source journaling app for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android. It provides a private space to record thoughts, memories, goals, dreams or anything else you want to write. The Journal features tagging, filtering, encryption and more.

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