What you need to know
- Compatible Pixel phones can now share contacts, photos, videos, and more when you bring two devices together.
- Exchanging contacts works straight from the home screen via an instant two-way exchange, while sending media requires just opening the Share Sheet and bumping phones.
- The feature goes live starting today for Pixel 6 and newer devices, with Samsung's new Fold 8 and Flip 8 lineup next in line.
Google is making it easier to share content between Android devices. Starting today, compatible Pixel phones can use Quick Share to exchange contact information, photos, videos, and more simply by bringing the devices close together.
The new tap-to-share feature builds on Quick Share, Google's existing Android sharing system, but removes some of the usual friction. Now, you don’t have to go digging through menus when you’re exchanging contact info. From the home screen, pair two compatible Android devices and they can start a two-way exchange.
Media sharing is a little bit different. On your phone, open the Share Sheet, then move the two devices together to send the selected photos or videos. Google says the feature is meant to make it easier to share between Android phones, especially when you’re passing content or contact info to someone nearby.
There is one catch: availability is limited for now. Google says the feature is rolling out for Pixel 6 and newer devices starting today. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are next, with support coming soon.
However, Google has plans to continue expanding the new feature. The company says tap-to-share will be rolled out to more Android devices by the end of the year. That would make Quick Share a much more natural part of the Android experience, especially when you’re sending something to the person standing right beside you.
