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Ohio Embraces Digital Identification in Apple Wallet
For Ohio residents who often forget their wallets during outings, there’s fantastic news: Ohio has officially become the fifth state in the United States to integrate driver’s licenses and state-issued identification cards into the Apple Wallet app on iPhones.
Utilizing Digital IDs Across Ohio
The use of digital identification through Apple Wallet is now accessible across numerous locations in Ohio, including TSA airport security checkpoints and various participating businesses and applications. Furthermore, the state is planning to introduce a complimentary age verification application aimed at vendors who need to verify customer identities. This implementation reflects a growing trend towards digitization in everyday transactions.
Step-by-Step Guide for Residents
If you’re an Ohio resident wishing to add your ID or driver’s license to your Apple Wallet, you can find instructional videos online that walk you through the process smoothly. These resources have been created specifically for locals looking to adapt to this new feature.
Joining Fellow States in Modernization
With its recent advancement, Ohio joins states like Colorado, Georgia, and others that also acknowledge digital licenses within Apple’s wallet ecosystem. Interestingly, 24 more states—including Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico—are currently investigating or rolling out similar mobile digital license initiatives. Out of these states, seven are progressing towards enabling access via digital wallets.
The Android Alternative: Google Wallet
In parallel developments on another platform, Google Wallet is gaining traction as well; it currently supports ID storage in four states—Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, and Maryland. Android users with version 8 and above can save their IDs directly into Google Wallet; however, this functionality has yet to extend support for foldable devices.
A Wider Context of Digital ID Acceptance
This evolution began when Apple introduced the feature allowing users to store their driver’s licenses digitally within its wallet app—an effort aimed at modernizing how individuals manage their personal documents securely. Beyond just driver’s licenses in North America; last year saw an update for residents of the UK enabling them to display certain types of identification from within their own version of the Apple Wallet app as well. Additionally, since 2021 guests at Hyatt hotels have enjoyed easier access through storing hotel keys directly on their phones via this same application.
This advancement highlights a significant shift toward embracing technology not only for convenience but also for enhanced security in identity verification processes around the globe.
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