Do I need a special app on iPhone to receive files from Xiaomi via AirDrop?

No — the feature works directly with the built-in AirDrop on iPhone and iPad without any additional app. Just make sure AirDrop is enabled on the Apple device and set to "Everyone" or "Contacts Only."

Does it work in reverse — sending from iPhone to Xiaomi?

The current announcement focuses on sending from Xiaomi devices to Apple devices. Sending in the reverse direction (from iPhone to Xiaomi) depends on what Quick Share supports in terms of file receiving — to confirm both directions are supported, actual testing after updating HyperOS is recommended.

What's the difference between Quick Share and AirDrop?

Quick Share is Google/Android's alternative to AirDrop — working between Android devices on the same principle (wireless file transfer without internet between nearby devices). What's new is that Quick Share now supports Apple devices as recipients — eliminating the need for intermediary apps between the two systems.

Is the feature available now or does it need an update?

The announcement indicates the feature is currently available, but it likely requires the latest HyperOS update. If you don't find Apple devices in the Quick Share list, search for the latest available HyperOS update for your device.

Does this mean Xiaomi and Apple have become official partners?

Not necessarily — AirDrop support in Quick Share relies on the technical open protocols that Apple made available for external sharing, not necessarily a direct commercial partnership between the two companies. Google initiated this integration and Android manufacturers are following suit one by one.

Xiaomi Adds AirDrop Support to Quick Share on HyperOS 3 in 2026 — Share Files With Apple Devices Directly From Xiaomi Phones

Xiaomi Joins the AirDrop Party

On June 1, 2026, Xiaomi announced via the official HyperOS account on X (formerly Twitter) the support of AirDrop in the Quick Share feature on its devices — making it the latest Android device manufacturer to join the wave of supporting Apple's AirDrop on Android devices.

The announcement was direct and decisive: "AirDrop is now available on Quick Share. Fast, seamless sharing of photos and files to Apple devices."

What Is AirDrop and Why Does It Matter?

AirDrop is Apple's famous feature that allows wireless file, photo, and video transfer between devices at blazing speed without needing internet or traditional Bluetooth — just bring the two devices close together and the file arrives in seconds.

Before this development, sharing files between Android phones and Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, and Mac) required using intermediary apps or sending the file via WhatsApp or email with accompanying quality reduction. Now Xiaomi users can share files directly with friends and family who use iPhone and iPad with the same ease as AirDrop.

How Does the Feature Work on Xiaomi Devices?

The feature works through Quick Share — the fast sharing feature built into Android and HyperOS. If you have a Xiaomi phone and an Apple device, it's pretty easy to try — share anything on the Xiaomi handset and the Apple device should be shown in the Quick Share menu.

No additional apps are needed on the Apple device or the Xiaomi phone — the feature works directly through the integrated AirDrop and Quick Share infrastructure.

Does It Support All Xiaomi Devices?

An important question remains open here — Xiaomi didn't clearly specify whether the feature is available for all its devices or specific models only. There's a feeling that this might require a HyperOS update, since that's how it's been implemented by other Android device makers in recent times. And if that's the case, then it might take a while for this to roll out to every Xiaomi device.

If you're a Xiaomi user and want to confirm, simply try sharing any file via Quick Share and see if Apple devices appear in the list.

The Broader Context — AirDrop Support Wave on Android

Xiaomi is the latest Android device maker to announce it's bringing support for Apple's AirDrop to Quick Share — following Google which first added AirDrop support to Quick Share on Android, with major Android manufacturers then following suit one after another. With this announcement Xiaomi confirms it's part of this major shift toward interoperability between the two dominant operating system ecosystems — a step toward a world less divided between Android and Apple.