Google surprised many users by enabling AirDrop-style file sharing on the Pixel 10 without relying on Apple’s ecosystem. The feature, delivered through Android’s Quick Share system, was positioned as a seamless way to transfer files between Android and Apple devices.
However, shortly after launch, reports began to surface suggesting the feature is not behaving reliably for all users. According to reports compiled by PiunikaWeb and highlighted by Android Central, some Pixel 10 owners are encountering serious Wi-Fi issues when using Quick Share.
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Wi-Fi disconnects when Quick Share opens
Affected users report that opening the Quick Share menu immediately disables Wi-Fi on their device. Once Wi-Fi is turned off, the phone fails to detect available networks, effectively breaking wireless connectivity until the feature is closed or reset.
Complaints have appeared across the Pixel Phone Help forums and Reddit, where several users confirm experiencing identical behaviour. That said, the issue does not appear to be widespread, with many Pixel 10 owners reporting normal performance.
At the time of writing, Google has not issued an official statement, and the associated bug report remains unresolved. It is also unclear whether the issue is limited to specific Pixel 10 variants, Android versions, or network configurations.
Temporary workarounds for affected users
Android Central reports two potential workarounds for users affected by the bug. The first involves removing the Quick Share extension updates entirely.
This can be done by navigating to Settings, selecting Apps, tapping See all apps, choosing the Quick Share extension, and then selecting Uninstall updates. This effectively rolls the feature back to an earlier version.
The second workaround is less disruptive but also less convenient. Users can manually disable Wi-Fi before launching Quick Share and then re-enable it once file sharing is complete. This allows sharing to proceed over Bluetooth instead, though it removes much of the speed advantage that Wi-Fi-based transfers provide.
AirDrop compatibility likely part of the problem
While Google has not confirmed the root cause, the timing suggests the new AirDrop compatibility may be contributing to the issue. Enabling cross-platform wireless sharing requires complex coordination between Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and background system services.
It is possible that some Android hardware or software configurations are struggling with these changes, particularly on early builds. Google has clearly pushed the boundaries of what Quick Share can do, and early instability is not entirely unexpected.
Apple has not commented on the situation. While it is unlikely to welcome unofficial AirDrop interoperability, blocking the functionality would be difficult, especially if Google expands support across more Android devices.
What happens next
For now, the issue appears limited in scope but disruptive for those affected. If Google intends to promote AirDrop-style sharing as a headline Pixel feature, stability fixes will need to arrive quickly.
Until then, users experiencing Wi-Fi failures may want to disable Quick Share updates or avoid the feature entirely until an official patch is released.
