What is an airdrop and how does it work?

In the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem, the term “Airdrop” refers to the distribution of digital assets to the general public, either as a result of holding a certain other token or simply as a result of having an active wallet address on a particular blockchain.

How does the airdrop actually work?

How Does AirDrop Work? AirDrop actually uses Bluetooth to create a WiFi network between two Apple devices. So, in order to use AirDrop, you have to have two Apple devices that are within Bluetooth range, which is about 30 feet, according to Apple. Both devices will also need to have Bluetooth and WiFi turned on, and AirDrop enabled.

What are the advantages of airdrop?

AirDrop will automatically detect nearby supported devices, and the devices only need to be close enough to establish a good Wi-Fi connection, making it possible to share files across several rooms. One advantage to AirDrop is the use of Wi-Fi to make the connection. Some apps provide a similar file sharing capability using Bluetooth.