North Carolina will launch Mobile ID in December 2026, adding Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, and Samsung Wallet support in early 2027, with Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia next.
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Google Wallet package tracking now reads Gmail receipts to show incoming deliveries on its home screen, rivaling Apple Wallet.
iOS 27 Developer Beta 2 brings Write with Siri on the keyboard, RCS inline replies, Wallet Insights, and an iPhone Mirroring fix.
Discover how the iOS 27 Apple Pay redesign eliminates checkout friction with intuitive gestures, grid layouts, and integrated financial insights.
Apple and JPMorgan Chase confirm a massive Apple Card partnership. Goldman Sachs exits with a $1B loss as cardholders begin a 2-year transition.
iOS 26.1 drops Nov 3, with 26.2 beta soon after. Public attention focuses on 26.2 delivering US Passport integration in Wallet & RCS End-to-End Encryption.
Apple Pay VP confirmed US Passports can soon be added to Apple Wallet as REAL ID for domestic air travel, though not for international border crossings.
Apple's new iOS 26 update allows users to securely store their full credit card details in the Wallet app, enabling a safer way to autofill payment info.
Unlocking the iPhone's NFC chip: Apple's decision to open up NFC functionality to financial institutions in the EU and other regions.