Google and Apple Collaborate on Cross-Platform Switching Solutions

Google and Apple are collaborating to enhance the switching experience between Android and iPhone devices. According to Engadget, the latest build of Android's Canary operating system introduces a new feature aimed at simplifying data transfer during the setup phase between Android and iOS devices.

This feature is expected to also be part of an upcoming developer beta of iOS 26. Both companies previously offered their own dedicated apps, 'Switch to Android' and 'Move to iOS', but this new collaboration could provide a more seamless and reliable method for transferring various types of data, such as photos, videos, and bookmarks.

MacWorld notes that the improved switching solution may also support the transfer of passwords, passkeys, and digital wallet contents, although specifics on how this will function on either platform remain unclear.

This partnership reflects a significant shift in the historically competitive relationship between Google and Apple, particularly as the European Union pressures Apple to facilitate easier switching between ecosystems.