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Google’s Quick Share Now Works With AirDrop on Pixel 10 as Qualcomm Signals Wider Android Support

Transfers occur directly over local connections and require recipients to enable AirDrop’s temporary “Everyone for 10 minutes” mode.

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Overview

  • The interoperability is live on the Pixel 10 lineup, enabling two-way, local sharing with iPhones, iPads, and Macs via Quick Share and AirDrop.
  • Google says it built the capability independently without Apple’s cooperation, and Apple has not issued a public comment.
  • Discovery uses Bluetooth and the file transfer switches to peer‑to‑peer Wi‑Fi, with security reviewed by NetSPI and key components implemented in Rust.
  • Pixel 10 owners need a new Quick Share extension delivered through a Google Play system update followed by a Play Store update.
  • Qualcomm indicated support is coming to Snapdragon-powered devices and brands like Nothing are exploring adoption, though no rollout dates have been announced.