Google Quick Share Might Come to iPhone and Mac

Google is reportedly working on expanding its Quick Share file-sharing feature to iOS and macOS.

This tool, already popular on Android, Chromebooks, and Windows devices, enables users to transfer files seamlessly over a local network.

Mishaal Rahman, shared via X (formerly Twitter) a recent update to Google’s Nearby Connections API that suggests the possibility of the platform on Apple platforms.

Quick Share for iOS and macOS might be in the works

Google may bring its file sharing client to Apple devices so you can transfer files to and from iPhones and MacBooks

More details 👇https://t.co/LYWR5QgKr7

— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) November 1, 2024

A comment in the API documentation indicates that it can effectively retrieve device names for iOS and macOS, hinting at future integration.

Quick Share

It’s still uncertain whether Google will develop a separate app or include it in existing applications like Google Drive or Chrome.

Google has not made any official announcements regarding Quick Share for iOS and macOS. Stay tuned for updates!