In good news for Android smartphone users globally, tech giant Google is reportedly preparing to bring its AirDrop-style file sharing feature soon. The US-based giant has said that the functionality, which allows quick file transfers between nearby devices, will soon be available beyond select Pixel phones and reach more Android users.
At a recent media briefing in Taipei, Google’s Android engineering leadership said the company has been testing this cross-platform sharing technology for some time. The feature is stable and secure enough for a broader rollout. The goal is simple — make it easier for people to send photos, videos and documents directly between devices without relying on third-party apps email or cloud links.
The feature builds on Android’s Quick Share system
Once expanded, users will be able to send files between Android phones and nearby Apple devices like iPhones, iPads and MacBooks more smoothly. This is especially useful for people who use devices across both ecosystems or frequently switch between them for work and personal use.
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According to the reports, security has been a key focus while developing this tool. The company claims it uses trusted protocols and has gone through independent testing to ensure file transfers remain private and safe.
Instead of a short-term workaround, Google appears to be positioning this as a long-term solution for cross-device sharing.
For Android users, this could fix one of the biggest problems when sharing files with iPhone users. A built-in sharing option that works on both Android and iPhone.
Google also hinted that this is only the beginning. As per the reports, the company is exploring additional ways to simplify data transfer for people switching phones or moving between ecosystems. While full details and timelines are still unclear, more announcements are expected in the coming weeks, possibly at Google I/o in May 2026.
