Google has confirmed that AirDrop compatibility is coming to all Android devices, expanding beyond the Pixel lineup. The announcement follows months of speculation after the feature launched on Pixel 10 phones in late 2025.
Last year, Google and Apple made headlines when they allowed Apple’s AirDrop system to work with Android’s Quick Share. This made it possible for Pixel phones to send files directly to iPhones, breaking a long-standing barrier between the two platforms. However, the feature was limited to the Pixel 10 series.
Google has now said this limitation was never permanent. Speaking at a press briefing, Android Vice President of Engineering Eric Kay confirmed that AirDrop interoperability will expand across the Android ecosystem. He said Google is working with hardware partners to bring the feature to more devices and expects updates later this year.
Kay added that Google focused on making the system compatible not only with iPhones, but also with iPads and MacBooks. After testing the feature on Pixel devices, the company is now preparing to scale it more widely.
Signs of a broader rollout have been visible for some time. The AirDrop compatibility feature was built as a standalone app with a Play Store listing, rather than being locked to Pixel hardware. Chipmakers and phone brands, including Qualcomm and Nothing, have also said they were preparing support.
Google has not shared an exact release date, but the confirmation suggests Android users will soon be able to share files with Apple devices more easily than ever before.
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