That's even more evident with the newest capabilities spotted in iOS 27
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While the latest software update includes some quality-of-life upgrades like making custom passes and splitting bills, you might have missed some of the tricks Apple Wallet already has.
Key facts
- Apple has come a long way since rebranding Passbook to Apple Wallet with iOS 9 in 2015
- Currently, 15 US states and Puerto Rico support driver's licenses and state IDs in Apple Wallet, while the US is the only participating country for virtual passports
- Your Digital ID in Apple Wallet can be used to prove your age or identity at certain businesses and venues, but it can also get you through TSA checkpoints for domestic flights
- That's even more evident with the newest features found in iOS 27
Summary
Apple Wallet is great for payment cards, but it does so much more once you get beyond the basics. These days, you'll often hear the unmistakable chime of Apple Pay more than you see people pulling out their actual wallets to buy something. That's even more evident with the newest features found in iOS 27. Apple has regularly grown the list of companies that are compatible with Wallet, but this still doesn't cover everything. You can let Apple Intelligence figure it out by snapping a photo of your physical pass, or you can start with a template using the Standard, Membership or Event choices.