Proton outlines new features for the next six months

Proton has detailed its plans for the next six months, aiming to enhance its services as an alternative to major tech companies like Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft. The company is focusing on improving user experience and security across its platforms, with updates planned for each of its services.

Proton Mail adds advanced search capabilities

Proton Mail is set to introduce content search within messages on Android and iOS, allowing users to search message bodies without compromising end-to-end encryption. This feature will be accessible directly through the mobile app, without needing to use a web browser, and will allow sending messages directly from a Gmail address.

Proton Calendar gets a dedicated app and Google integration

A new version of Proton Calendar is in development, featuring a dedicated application with offline mode support. The calendar will allow full integration with Google via OAuth, enabling users to import and manage Google Calendar events, not just view them. This aims to simplify the transition from Google Calendar to Proton's service.

Proton Drive and Docs get new tools and features

Proton Drive is working on a Linux beta version that supports selective synchronization, similar to Mac and Windows. A dedicated assistant will help users migrate files from Google Drive, though shared folders will not be included. Meanwhile, Proton Docs and Sheets are improving stability and will soon offer features like dark mode, page breaks, and mobile editing capabilities.

Lumo AI gets a major update and broader access

Proton's AI assistant, Lumo, has seen significant improvements in version 2.0, with a desktop application planned for release by year's end. The AI will offer developers access through an API, with zero access encryption and no logs. Lumo will support MCP, a secure protocol for handling sensitive data, making it a viable alternative to other AI tools.

Proton improves security and sharing in Proton Pass

Proton Pass will soon allow users to share connections without revealing passwords, with shared elements and vaults expiring after a set period. A new version of Pass Monitor will include alerts for weak or compromised passwords and email leaks. Folders will help organize connections, and automatic filling will improve on macOS and Android.

Proton Pass adds administrative features for organizations

For businesses, Proton Pass will introduce administrator roles and company rules to manage user access. Administrators can transfer a departing employee's vault to a colleague and use a redesigned console to handle user management, security, and billing. This makes the password manager more suitable for enterprise use.

Proton VPN updates its apps and features

Proton VPN is rolling out new applications with improved interfaces on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, and Android TV. The Android TV app will connect faster and offer easier access to useful functions. A kill switch will be enhanced on several platforms, and a "pause" feature will allow users to set automatic reconnection times, starting with Windows and Android.