Your Android device is receiving a feature similar to AirDrop that allows for easy sharing with a tap.

      Google and Samsung are developing a file transfer feature that allows users to exchange files by tapping two phones together, similar to Apple's AirDrop.

      Google and Samsung are working together on a tap-to-share functionality for Android that resembles Apple’s AirDrop. The concept is straightforward: you bring two phones close together, and files seamlessly transfer without the need to navigate through sharing menus or search for the other device.

      As reported by Android Authority, there is growing evidence of this feature appearing in three different locations: within Samsung’s One UI 9, in Google Play Services code, and in the system files of Android 17. Developers monitoring these updates suggest that the feature has been in development since late 2025, and it now appears to be moving towards an official release rather than remaining a Samsung-specific trial.

      The tap-to-share functionality initially emerged as a hidden feature in Samsung’s One UI 8.5 under the Labs section. Now in One UI 9, it has been officially named and described, instructing users to place the top of one phone near another to transfer files.

      This project is not limited to Samsung alone. The November 2025 update to Google Play Services introduced “Gesture Exchange,” designed for sharing contact information similar to AirDrop’s NameDrop feature. Notably, this same name has appeared in One UI 9’s Quick Share app, indicating that the contact sharing function has evolved into a more comprehensive file transfer system.

      The Android 17 beta versions include further references to a system-level service called “TapToShare.” It is likely that NFC will initiate the process with a tap, with Quick Share managing the actual file transfers.

      What is particularly noteworthy is the potential for cross-brand compatibility. Because the tap-to-share code is incorporated into Google Play Services and Android 17, it is expected to function across devices from different manufacturers, addressing a long-standing issue within the Android ecosystem.

      Unlike iPhone users who can use AirDrop with any other iPhone, Android users today experience a fragmented sharing process with Quick Share, depending on whether the other device runs Samsung software, is from a different brand, or requires a distinct app. By integrating this feature directly into Android, such complications could be eliminated.

      As for when to anticipate the tap-to-share feature, Google is expected to unveil it alongside the stable release of Android 17. Samsung devices may be the first to receive it, considering the visible development in One UI 9, but a wider rollout should happen soon after.

      That said, it’s important to note that the current insights are based on code analysis, meaning nothing is finalized until Google officially announces it. Features discovered in development versions can sometimes be postponed or abandoned. Nevertheless, the evidence this time is particularly widespread.

      It's wise to keep an eye on announcements regarding Android 17. If tap-to-share becomes available as anticipated, sharing files between Android devices could finally become as effortless as tapping two phones together.

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      Apple has addressed a typing issue on the iPhone with the latest update, but it might be time to consider switching to a better keyboard option.

      With the iOS 26.4 update, Apple has resolved a frustrating typing problem that caused missed keystrokes during fast typing, leading to issues with autocorrect accuracy. This update is designed for users who experienced letters not appearing, which disrupted word formation and led to unclear predictions. Testing shows an improvement, with fewer jumbled phrases and more consistent input, particularly at higher speeds.

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      Apple is potentially creating an AI app store for the next version of Siri.

      According to a recent Bloomberg report, Apple is working on a new system called “Extensions” in iOS 27 to allow third-party AI assistants to integrate directly with Siri, including options like Google Gemini and Anthropic’s Claude. Notably, this will not be merely a hidden feature; instead, Apple plans to establish a specific section in the App Store dedicated to these AI integrations, effectively creating a marketplace for AI tools similar to the current app distribution model.

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      Battery tests on the Galaxy S26 reveal that Qualcomm's chip outperforms Samsung's own chipset.

      A YouTube channel conducted a battery test comparing two versions of the Galaxy S26, using the same phone model under identical conditions but with different processors. The results showed a discrepancy of nearly three hours in screen time between the two variants, with one utilizing the Exynos 2600 (available in some Asian markets) and the other powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (available in the United States).