Galaxy s26 series to natively support apple airdrop file sharing, leak suggests
In a surprise move, a recent leak claims that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 series will be capable of sharing files with Apple devices via airdrop, a feature previously exclusive to Google Pixel phones.
Leaked image confirms s26 airdrop compatibility
A screenshot posted by tipster chunvn8888 showcases the Quick Share feature on the Galaxy S26, revealing the option to share files with Apple devices that support airdrop.
How it Works:- On the receiving Apple device, airdrop settings must be configured to allow sharing with everyone.
- On the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Quick Share feature must be enabled.
No official confirmation from samsung or google
While the leak appears promising, neither Samsung nor Google have publicly confirmed the feature's inclusion in the S26 series.
Potential rollout to older devices via one ui 8.5 update
According to the tipster, airdrop compatibility may also be extended to older Galaxy smartphones through a future One UI 8.5 software update.
Implications for android-iphone interoperability
The alleged integration of AirDrop on the Galaxy S26 series would mark a significant step towards bridging the gap between Android and iOS devices in terms of file sharing capabilities.