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Pixel 10 Gains Native AirDrop Sharing via Google’s Quick Share

Only Pixel 10 devices get the feature, requiring a Quick Share extension update via Google Play.

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Overview

  • Google’s rollout enables direct, peer‑to‑peer file transfers between Pixel 10 phones and Apple devices without third‑party apps or server routing.
  • Support covers the Pixel 10 lineup, including Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
  • Pixel owners must install a new Quick Share extension delivered by a Google Play system update, then update the same extension from the Play Store.
  • Transfers use Bluetooth for discovery and a local Wi‑Fi link for sending files, with iPhones needing the AirDrop setting set to Everyone for 10 minutes for visibility.
  • Google says the implementation was built with strong security and reviewed by outside experts, while broader Android support has not been announced.