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iOS 27 Wallet Lets Users Digitize Physical Cards via Visual Intelligence
technology24 days ago

iOS 27 Wallet Lets Users Digitize Physical Cards via Visual Intelligence

iOS 27 introduces a feature in the Apple Wallet app that allows users to digitize physical cards, such as loyalty memberships and event tickets, using Visual Intelligence or manual entry. This update aims to reduce the need for carrying physical items by integrating them into the digital wallet. The feature includes customizable templates, background options, and field adjustments, though some users report issues with QR code recognition and venue acceptance.

iOS 27 Transforms Apple Wallet into a Dynamic Hub for Bills, Passes, and Subscriptions
technology1 month ago

iOS 27 Transforms Apple Wallet into a Dynamic Hub for Bills, Passes, and Subscriptions

iOS 27 introduces significant upgrades to Apple Wallet, including the ability to create custom passes, split bills via Apple Cash, and track recurring Apple Card transactions. The update also enhances hotel key functionality and adds spending insights in select regions, positioning the app as a central hub for daily financial and access management.

Google Wallet Launches Full-Screen Color Passes in Phased Server-Side Update
technology2 months ago

Google Wallet Launches Full-Screen Color Passes in Phased Server-Side Update

Google has begun rolling out a significant visual redesign for Google Wallet, featuring full-screen color backgrounds for passes. This server-side update, delivered via version 26.32.962917069, tints all interface elements to match the pass color for a cohesive look. Users can currently revert to the previous view, though this option may be removed later. The rollout is phased and slow, meaning not all users will see the change immediately.

Google Wallet Nears Launch for ID and Insurance Passes
technology2 years ago

Google Wallet Nears Launch for ID and Insurance Passes

Google Wallet is set to introduce an "Everything else" feature that allows users to digitize various physical documents, such as IDs and insurance cards, into digital passes within the app. This feature, which was previewed at Google I/O, is not yet live but is expected to debut soon. The digital copies are not official replacements for physical documents but offer easier access to the information they contain.

"Google Wallet Introduces Linked Passes Feature"
technology2 years ago

"Google Wallet Introduces Linked Passes Feature"

Google Wallet is introducing a new setting called "Automatically add linked passes," which allows related passes such as boarding passes, event tickets, loyalty cards, and more to be linked together for easier organization and access. This feature is currently in beta and may not be available for all passes, and it's up to the pass issuer to link passes. While the feature is enabled by default, users have the option to disable the auto behavior. This update is part of the new "Passes" sub-section in Google Wallet settings on Android.

"Google Wallet Introduces Seamless Integration with Apple Wallet for Ticket and Pass Management"
technology2 years ago

"Google Wallet Introduces Seamless Integration with Apple Wallet for Ticket and Pass Management"

Google Wallet is reportedly adding support for the same pass files used by Apple Wallet, allowing Android users to import passes meant for Apple Wallet. This move aims to enhance the functionality of Google Wallet, which has previously struggled in the area of digital passes. The support for "pkpass" files, used to add passes to Apple Wallet, appears to be rolling out to some Android users, although it seems to be a server-side update. Additionally, Google Wallet recently launched support for automatically importing movie tickets and boarding passes from Gmail, as well as allowing users to manually archive expired passes.