Google first launched AirDrop support for Pixel 10 devices in 2025, marking the initial step in enabling seamless file sharing between iPhone and Android phones [1, 2]. Since then, support grew to include the Pixel 9 series, Pixel 8a, Samsung Galaxy S26 series, Oppo Find X9 series and Find N6, and Vivo X300 Ultra [1, 2].
In 2026, Google announced a further expansion of AirDrop compatibility to numerous new Android models. These include Samsung Galaxy S25 and S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, and the Galaxy Z Trifold, alongside Oppo Find X8 series, OnePlus 15, Honor Magic V6, Honor Magic8 Pro, and select Xiaomi phones with models yet to be confirmed [1, 2].
AirDrop on Android requires the paired iPhone to have AirDrop mode set to “Everyone for 10 minutes.” Users cannot currently use the “Contacts only” setting to share files through this method [2]. To serve unsupported Android devices, Google began rolling out a Quick Share QR code feature on May 13, 2026. This allows file sharing to iPhones by scanning a QR code that retrieves files via the cloud [1, 2].
Separately, Google and Apple have collaborated to enhance the iPhone-to-Android transfer process for passwords, photos, messages, apps, contacts, home screen layouts, and eSIM setups. This improved cross-platform transfer is set to launch later in 2026 with initial support for Samsung Galaxy and Pixel devices [2].
Samsung first announced AirDrop support for its Galaxy S26 series in March 2026 [1]. Google’s expansion in the latter half of 2026 will cover many more flagship smartphones and foldable models, aiming to make cross-platform file sharing more accessible.
The rollout of these features continues through 2026, with the Quick Share QR code feature already available from May 13 and broader AirDrop support expanding across major Android brands in the coming months [1, 2]. The enhanced iOS-to-Android transfer tool is scheduled for launch later this year, starting with select Samsung and Pixel models [2].
