Google's new AirDrop feature is great for Pixel phones – but it can’t chase Apple’s tail forever

It’s officially Black Friday season – Amazon has launched its sale, deals are popping up at both US and UK retailers, and phone makers themselves are offering great discounts and trade-in offers. In the midst of all of this, Google has announced that the Pixel 10 family will now effectively support AirDrop compatibility with iPhones, with more devices to follow.

Whether this is an intentional gambit to push buyers-to-be towards the latest flagship Pixel series or just kismet timing, this announcement comes at a good time for Google. As well as being the best Pixel phones ever, the Google Pixel 10 series has been a top pick for Black Friday deals so far, with discounts for the base-model Pixel 10, as well as the super-charged Pixel 10 Pro and enlarged Pixel 10 Pro XL.

Dropping the new AirDrop compatibility announcement at such a crucial time ...