- Google Wallet now lets you track packages
- It also now includes TSA PreCheck contactless identification
- But these features only work in the United States
Google Wallet is becoming more than just a wallet, as two new features have just rolled out: one helps you track packages and another could speed up your trips through airports.
First of all, it’s now possible to view receipts, tracking numbers, and shipping status of the packages you’re expecting, directly from Google Wallet. For more detailed tracking information, you’ll still need to go to the carrier’s website, but a new “Track Package” button in Wallet will take you directly there.
You’ll see all upcoming deliveries next to your passes on the Google Wallet home screen, while your other orders can be viewed by tapping “Show more.”
That said, all of this will of course only appear if your order is linked to your Gmail account, and even then, only if it’s from a supported merchant. You’ll also need to enable package tracking, which can be done from the Gmail app on your phone by going to Menu > Settings, then tapping your account name, then General > Package Tracking.
So it’s not a complete package tracking solution, but it’s a good step in that direction – although at the moment this feature is only available in the US.
A travel upgrade
As for the other new Google Wallet update, it became the first digital wallet to support TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. This means that rather than having to show your ID at security, you can pre-register with TSA through Google Wallet.
If you’re eligible, you can do so by first creating an ID card in Google Wallet using your passport information, then adding a boarding pass to Google Wallet. You will then see a “Get Started” button on the pass that allows you to securely share your ID and boarding pass with TSA.
Once done, you will be able to use the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID Express Line at the airport, saving you time.
However, this currently only works at 65 US airports and with 100 participating airlines. So while it’s pretty widespread, it won’t work on every flight from every US airport.
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