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AirDrop Doesn't Work

Share high-quality photos between iPhones, Androids, and PCs — any device.

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PicTomo

Browser-based photo sharing for all devices. No distance limit.

AirDrop

Short-range high-speed transfer for Apple devices. Built into iOS/macOS.

Nearby Share

Short-range sharing for Android devices. Built into Google.

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Supported Devices

PicTomo
◎ iPhone, Android, PC, tablet — all supported
AirDrop
× Apple devices only (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
Nearby Share
× Android devices only

Distance Limit

PicTomo
◎ No limit (via internet)
AirDrop
× Within ~9m (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct)
Nearby Share
× Short range only (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct)

Large Group Support

PicTomo
◎ No limit (share via QR code to everyone)
AirDrop
× Primarily one-to-one (send to one person at a time)
Nearby Share
× Primarily one-to-one

No App Required

PicTomo
◎ Browser only
AirDrop
◎ Built into iOS
Nearby Share
◎ Built into Android

Photo Quality

PicTomo
◎ Up to 4K (4096px)
AirDrop
◎ Original quality
Nearby Share
◎ Original quality

Internet Connection

PicTomo
× Required
AirDrop
◎ Not required (works offline)
Nearby Share
◎ Not required (works offline)

Bulk Photo Transfer

PicTomo
◎ Bulk upload supported
AirDrop
△ Large transfers take time
Nearby Share
△ Large transfers take time

Remote Sharing

PicTomo
◎ Share worldwide via URL or QR code
AirDrop
× Not possible (short range only)
Nearby Share
× Not possible (short range only)

各サービスの詳細分析

AirDrop

AirDrop is a short-range wireless transfer feature built into Apple devices that transfers photos at original quality and high speed. However, it only works between Apple devices and doesn't support Android. It requires physical proximity and sharing with many people is time-consuming.

メリット

  • Transfer at original quality with no degradation
  • High-speed transfer via Wi-Fi Direct (no internet needed)
  • Built into iOS — no installation required
  • Intuitive and simple operation

デメリット

  • Only works between Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
  • Must be within Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct range (~9m)
  • Sending to many people requires selecting one at a time
  • Can't send to people who have left the venue
  • Receiver may need to change settings to "Everyone"
  • In crowded places, unknown people's AirDrop may appear

Nearby Share

Google's short-range sharing feature for Android devices (formerly Nearby Share, now integrated into Quick Share). Transfers photos between Android devices, also compatible with Windows, but cannot share with Apple devices.

メリット

  • Built into Android (no extra app needed)
  • Transfer at original quality
  • Also compatible with Windows PC (Quick Share for Windows)
  • No internet connection required

デメリット

  • Cannot share with iPhone/iPad/Mac
  • Must be in close proximity
  • May be unstable on some devices
  • Difficult to send to many people at once
  • Unusable in mixed iPhone/Android environments

まとめ

AirDrop is the fastest and highest quality option for nearby Apple device transfers. However, it falls short when "iPhones and Androids are mixed," "you want to share with people far away," or "you want to collect photos from a large event." PicTomo works on all devices — iPhone, Android, and PC — and anyone can join by scanning a QR code. No distance limits, up to 4K quality photos. Add and download photos remotely after the event. PicTomo is the optimal alternative for situations where AirDrop can't help.

FAQ

Q. How can I share photos between Android and iPhone?

A. AirDrop is Apple-only and Nearby Share (Quick Share) is Android-only. In mixed Android/iPhone environments, browser-based services like PicTomo are convenient. Just share a QR code or URL for everyone to post and view photos regardless of device.

Q. Is there a way to send high-quality photos to someone far away?

A. AirDrop and Nearby Share are short-range only. PicTomo shares up to 4K photos via the internet with no distance limits. Send the QR code image or URL via LINE or email to share photos with anyone anywhere in the world.

Q. Is there a benefit to using AirDrop and PicTomo together?

A. Absolutely. Use AirDrop for quick exchanges between nearby iPhones, and PicTomo for sharing with Android users and those who couldn't attend. Consolidate everyone's photos on PicTomo for easy ZIP batch downloads later.

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