Apple introduced a Digital ID feature to help deliver a more hassle-free travel experience to users, starting with airport terminals. The key goal of this cutting-edge solution is to deliver a more streamlined experience for travelers as they go through TSA checkpoints. Google’s Wallet offers a new digital ID as well. To begin generating an ID Pass, you have to input your passport ID number.
For travelers who choose to use Apple’s Digital ID, the experience is guaranteed to be efficient and seamless at TSA checkpoints. Users can store their driver’s licenses digitally in the app, which is already accepted by the TSA for airport security purposes. This latter option is offered in seventeen states, letting seamless digital travelers use their driver’s licenses straight from their smartphones. Besides Apple’s offering, Google Wallet already functions as a Real ID. This new feature is another convenient way to carry identification when you travel.
To view an ID Pass in Google Wallet, first unlock your device. After that, place the back of your smartphone near the correct tap point. After typing in the required information, they then have to press the “continue” button to move forward. You’ll see a blue check mark to confirm that sharing information with TSA personnel was successful. To use the ID Pass feature in Google Wallet, users first need to authenticate themselves. This process provides an additional layer of security.
Not surprisingly, both Apple and Google place a strong focus on user convenience and security in their digital ID solutions. The TSA accepts driver’s licenses stored in digital wallets or state apps, making it easier for travelers to use their smartphones instead of carrying physical copies. For detailed guidance on adding an ID Pass in Google Wallet, users can refer to Google’s support page, which offers comprehensive instructions.
