Google Expands Cross-Platform File Sharing Between Android and Apple Devices

Google has taken another significant step in bridging the gap between Android and iOS ecosystems by expanding support for seamless file sharing between the two platforms.

The tech giant first introduced interoperability between its Quick Share service and Apple's AirDrop with the Pixel 10 series last year. Since then, the rollout has accelerated considerably, extending to older Pixel models as well as devices from Samsung's Galaxy S26 line, alongside the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra.

Currently, the feature is operational on the Pixel 8a and Oppo Find N6. Google has announced that several additional Samsung handsets will soon gain access to this capability, including the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 families, as well as the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Z Fold6, and Galaxy Z TriFold models. The company has also signaled intentions to bring the feature to select Oppo devices.

Through Quick Share and AirDrop integration, users can now transfer files directly between Android phones and iPhones without relying on third-party applications or cloud-dependent services. The process streamlines the sharing of photos, videos, and other documents between the two major mobile operating systems.

For Android users whose devices do not yet support direct AirDrop compatibility, Google has developed an alternative solution. These users can share files via Quick Share using QR codes. When scanned, selected files are securely uploaded to the cloud and transmitted to Apple devices through a unique download link, ensuring a smooth cross-platform experience even for devices not yet included in the full rollout.