Samsung has pushed an update to Quick Share on Galaxy S22, S23, S24, and S25 devices with a new “Share with Apple Devices” button, following the release of the Galaxy S26. However, the button currently does nothing. The activation server is still awaited, and the operational date is unknown. Nonetheless, the initiative is underway.
A button that doesn’t do much at the moment Samsung has rolled out an update to Quick Share on its older flagship smartphones, introducing a new option in the settings: a “Share with Apple Devices” button. While this aligns with expectations since the AirDrop compatibility arrived on the Galaxy S26 last week, the reality is different. Users noted that while the button is activated, nothing happens. iPhones nearby do not appear, and Galaxy devices do not show up in the Apple’s AirDrop menu. Therefore, it’s merely decorative at present.
An update without firmware The update is delivered through the Google Play Store and Galaxy Store, not a traditional firmware update. Samsung is updating the Quick Share app and connectivity modules, enabling the rollout without a major system update. The Galaxy S22, S23, S24, S25, and even the Galaxy Z Fold 7 are included. Some users suggest that updating Google Play Services and Google Play system in parallel may reveal the option, but the core issue remains: the functionality needs to be activated server-side by Samsung or Google.
Android joins the conversation with Apple Google was the first to integrate AirDrop compatibility into Quick Share on Pixel 10 devices in February, and later on Pixel 9 devices. Without waiting for official approval from Apple, Google retrofitted the AirDrop protocol, which is now live on its smartphones. Samsung followed suit with the Galaxy S26 in late March, and OPPO is working on similar integration for its upcoming flagships. Qualcomm hinted at broad AirDrop compatibility across all Snapdragon-equipped devices, potentially including Xiaomi, Motorola, and Honor.
What’s the buzz? It’s a race to see who will tick the “AirDrop compatible” box first, and Samsung is clearly teasing with a visible but inactive button on millions of Galaxy devices. The actual activation is likely to come with One UI 8.5 or through a server switch in the coming weeks, but for now, it feels like receiving a gift box without anything inside. Nevertheless, the general trend is encouraging: if Android and iOS can finally exchange files without relying on a third-party app or email, it may have taken time, but we’re getting there.
