Galaxy Devices to Get Seamless iPhone Switching, Enhanced Quick Share

Samsung Galaxy users will soon experience seamless data transfer when switching from an iPhone. Google has announced a new wireless iOS-to-Android transfer process, which will roll out sometime this year. In addition, Quick Share is also getting major upgrades for easy cross-platform file sharing (beyond AirDrop compatibility).

Google upgrades iOS-to-Android switching process

Google already offers tools that help users transfer data from iPhones to Android devices. The Mountain View giant, in collaboration with Apple, is now taking that experience to the next level with a new wireless transfer. “Your passwords, photos, messages, favorite apps, contacts and even your homescreen layout can migrate wirelessly from your iPhone to your new Android device,” the company said in a blog post.

Furthermore, the system will support eSIM transfer, allowing Android users to easily move their mobile network profiles from iPhones. Google said the upgraded transfer experience will first launch on Samsung Galaxy and Pixel smartphones this year.

Quick share gets a major upgrade

In addition to the new iOS-to-Android transfer process, Google is also expanding Quick Share capabilities for cross-platform file sharing. The company has already made Quick Share compatible with AirDrop on select Android phones, letting users share content wirelessly between Android and Apple devices.

Samsung first introduced AirDrop support with the newly launched Galaxy S26 series. This feature is now making its way to older eligible Galaxy devices, including the S25 series, with the One UI 8.5 update.

Google says Android users can now generate a QR code through Quick Share, allowing iOS devices to access files via the cloud. This comes in handy for Android devices that do not support AirDrop compatibility. The company promises to make this feature available to all Android phones within the next month.

Furthermore, the company will integrate Quick Share within WhatsApp. This will allow users to share files instantly across Android and Apple devices without needing to upload them to the cloud. These updates are expected later this year.