Samsung brings Apple AirDrop support via Quick Share to Galaxy S26 series: Here's how it works

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• Galaxy S26 series gets AirDrop support via Quick Share update
• Update starts in Korea, expands to more regions soon
• Requires latest firmware, Google Play, and Quick Share versions

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Samsung has begun rolling out a software update for the Galaxy S26 series that introduces support for Apple’s AirDrop through Quick Share. The update is currently available in select regions, including South Korea, and is expected to expand to more markets in the coming weeks. This marks a shift in cross-platform file sharing between Android and iOS devices.

The update is available for the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. It carries a firmware version associated with the February 2026 security patch and has a download size of over 700MB. Users can install it by heading to Settings, selecting Software update, and tapping on Check for updates. Once installed, the feature becomes available through the Quick Share interface.

How AirDrop support works

With this update, Quick Share gains compatibility with Apple’s AirDrop protocol. This allows Galaxy S26 users to send files directly to nearby Apple devices such as iPhones, iPads, and Macs. The process works wirelessly and does not require additional cables or third-party applications.

For successful file transfers, the receiving Apple device must have AirDrop visibility set to “Everyone.” This ensures that the Galaxy device can detect and connect to it during the sharing process.

Requirements for using the feature

To use AirDrop compatibility via Quick Share, users need to meet a few requirements:

The device must be updated to the latest firmware version

Google Play Services must be updated to version 26.11 or later

Quick Share must be updated to version 13.8.51.30 via the Galaxy Store

Without these updates, the feature may not function as intended.

Availability and rollout

The feature will begin rolling out from March 23, starting in Korea and expanding to more regions including Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan. AirDrop support will initially be available on the Galaxy S26 series, with expansion to additional devices to be announced at a later date.