The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, launched yesterday alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8, brings a highly requested feature: the ability to send and receive files from iPhones via AirDrop through Quick Share. This functionality, first introduced by Google for the Pixel 10 last November and later extended by Samsung to its best Android phones about four months ago, now comes standard on all devices running One UI 9 based on Android 17. With over 30 Android models already compatible, Samsung's new foldable completes the picture, making cross-platform file sharing a seamless experience.
Quick test of AirDrop via Quick Share on the Galaxy Z Fold 8
A tech journalist immediately put the feature to the test on his Galaxy Z Fold 8, taking a photo and sending it to his iPhone Air and back. The result? Impressive speed: the transfer completed in about five seconds, with no lag or complex setup. The process was documented in a video showing the system's simplicity: just select the file, choose the target device, and confirm. No cables, no third-party apps, no intermediate cloud.
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How to enable AirDrop via Quick Share on Android and iPhone
To use the feature, Android users must set Quick Share to 'Everyone (10 minutes)' in the quick share settings. On the iPhone side, enable 'Everyone for 10 minutes' from the Bluetooth menu in Control Center. Once mutual visibility is active, the transfer happens automatically and securely. Samsung confirmed that the feature is not exclusive to the Galaxy Z Fold 8; it is also available on recent models like the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy Z Fold 7, provided they are updated to One UI 9.
Why AirDrop via Quick Share matters for the mobile ecosystem
The ability to exchange files seamlessly between Android and iPhone removes one of the historic barriers between the two worlds. Although solutions like WhatsApp or cloud transfer already exist, AirDrop via Quick Share offers superior speed and security, working even offline. With the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung demonstrates that interoperability can be simple and immediate, pushing toward a future where platform boundaries blur. For anyone owning both an iPhone and an Android phone, this is a practical breakthrough that simplifies daily life.
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For more insights into the latest Samsung ecosystem, read our article on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and the updates on iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro. For technical details on Quick Share, see the Quick Share Wikipedia page.
