Tech enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement as Google announces a game-changing update that will revolutionize the way users share files. The move comes as an attempt to bridge the gap between Android and iOS devices, thereby reducing compatibility issues. The tech giant has confirmed that Apple’s AirDrop feature will soon be available for all Android devices, marking a major shift in cross-platform sharing.
AirDrop is coming to all android devices
The tech world is electrified as Google unveils a groundbreaking update that AirDrop is finally coming to all Android devices in 2026.
In a landmark move, Google and Apple shattered barriers by making AirDrop and Quick Share compatible in November 2025. This allowed seamless file transfers between Pixel phones and Apple iPhones.
The catch was that his functionality was initially restricted to the Pixel 10 series. However, Google had always intended to broaden its scope. Living up to their word, the technology corporation has now confirmed that forthcoming updates will enable other Android devices to share files with iPhones using AirDrop.
The indications of Google’s plans to expand compatibility to all Android devices were evident from the start. Code analysts noticed Google designed the interoperability feature as a standalone app with a Play Store listing, rather than tying it to Pixel-specific hardware. This suggests Google always planned to expand compatibility to all Android devices.
At a press briefing with Android Authority, Eric Kay, Android’s Vice President of Engineering, emphasized that the team is working to roll out the update this year.
“We spent a lot of time and energy to make sure that we could build something that was compatible not only with iPhone but iPads and MacBooks. Now that we’ve proven it out, we’re working with our partners to expand it into the rest of the ecosystem, and you should see some exciting announcements coming very soon,” Kay stated.
The expansion is part of Google’s broader effort to make switching from iPhone to Android easier, with improved data transfer tools and features.
Originally reported by Sibanee Gogoi on Mandatory
