Google finally did it.
The apps in question are the Google Drive desktop appand Backup and Sync tool.
The Backup and Sync app was launched before the Google Drive desktop app existed.

In addition, the new release will also have an option for shared Google Drives.
If you use the old app, Google will prompt you to start downloading the new version by September.
From July 19, youll also get in-app-guided workflows to migrate to the new app.

The company said that its officially ending support for the Backup and Sync app on October 1.
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That’s one heck of a mixed bag.
He likes to say “Bleh.
That’s one heck of a mixed bag.
He likes to say “Bleh.”