Samsung releases AirDrop on the Galaxy S26, bringing Androids and iPhones closer together.

Samsung has begun making support available for AirDrop on Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra Starting March 23, 2026, beginning in South Korea. The functionality is integrated into QuickShareSamsung's native tool for fast file transfer, allowing simple sharing of photos, videos, and other content between Galaxy S26 devices and iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

After the initial phase, the update will be gradually expanded to other regions, including Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan. Currently, the feature is exclusive to the Galaxy S26 series, but Samsung plans to extend support to other Galaxy devices in the future, without specifying dates.

How to use AirDrop on the Galaxy S26

To enable AirDrop sharing on the Galaxy S26, the user must access Settings > Connected devices > Quick Share and enable the option "Share with Apple devices"The Apple device must be configured with AirDrop in "Everyone" mode to allow file sharing. The experience is similar to traditional AirDrop, with fast and direct sending, without the need for intermediary apps. During use, the Galaxy may temporarily disable Wi-Fi networks to establish a direct connection with the Apple device, ensuring efficient file transfer.

FAQ

• What is AirDrop on the Galaxy S26? It integrates Apple's AirDrop feature with Samsung's Quick Share, allowing for quick and direct file sharing between the Galaxy S26 and Apple devices.
• When will AirDrop be available on the Galaxy S26 in Brazil? Samsung began the rollout in March 2026, starting in South Korea, with gradual expansion to other regions, including Latin America, in the coming days.
• Which Galaxy devices will support AirDrop? Initially, support is exclusive to the Galaxy S26 series (S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra), with plans to expand to other models in the future.
• How do I activate AirDrop on the Galaxy S26? Go to Settings > Connected devices > Quick Share and turn on the “Share with Apple devices” option. Make sure your Apple device has AirDrop configured to receive messages from everyone.
• Did Apple participate in the development of AirDop for Galaxy? No, Apple did not participate in the development and has not commented on AirDrop's compatibility with Android devices.

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The arrival of AirDrop support on the Galaxy S26 via Quick Share is a milestone in the integration between Android and Apple, facilitating file sharing and bringing the two ecosystems closer together. This new feature reinforces Samsung's commitment to offering more intuitive and connected experiences, benefiting users who move between different platforms.

Sources: Samsung br.