Apple has shared exciting news about the expansion of Apple Wallet in the upcoming iOS 17, which will undoubtedly further enrich iPhone users’ lives. Two noteworthy changes include the ability for businesses to accept iPhone IDs and the introduction of recurring Apple Cash payments for shared expenses.
“Apple’s services enrich millions of users’ lives every day, so we constantly strive to deliver the best experience possible,” said Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of Services.
One of the most anticipated features coming to Apple Wallet in iOS 17 is the support for ID acceptance by businesses. Starting later this year, businesses will have the capability to accept IDs stored in Apple Wallet without the need for any additional hardware. This seamless integration will streamline the process for businesses to securely verify customer age for purchases like alcohol, or to authenticate a customer’s identity during car rentals and other transactions.
To present their ID through Apple Wallet, users need only hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near the business’s iPhone. The process is simple and secure. The user will be shown the specific information being requested and whether the receiving party intends to store the data. For added security, users will authenticate and give consent using Face ID or Touch ID. This allows for a seamless yet secure way for users to share their ID information.
Another remarkable enhancement coming with iOS 17 is the ability for Apple Cash users to set up recurring payments. This feature makes it easy to automate regular financial obligations, such as paying allowances to children or reimbursing friends and family for shared expenses like rent payments. Users can set up weekly, biweekly, or monthly payments, which will be sent automatically on a schedule. Users will also have the option to enable automatic top-ups for their Apple Cash balance to prevent running low on funds at inconvenient times.
