Apple Pay lets users pay for goods and other purchases compatible with Apple's service coverage. It can be used easily using Apple's devices with easy steps devised by the firm.
A passbook app or Wallet app can be found in compatible Apple devices. By tapping on the app, a message drops down onto the screen asking for an option of credit card or debit card. The user needs to follow the on-screen instructions and allow the camera to bring in the user's card details followed by a security code. The user needs to accept the terms and conditions and verify the card by via text or a call. "Ready to Pay" option is available in the user's Apple device passbook app.
Apple Pay uses NFC and the Touch ID fingerprint sensor built in the Apple iPhone 6 and 6S and other compatible devices. It allows users to pay for items online and in-stores in a quick and secure manner through one touch on the fingerprint scanner. The user's details are earlier fed in the device.
According to PC Advisor, some of the banks that support Apple Pay service are American Express, Barclays, First Direct, HSBC, Halifax, Lloyds, , Nationwide Building Society, Royal Bank of Scotland, Santander, MBNA, M&S, NatWest, Tesco Bank, TSB, and Ulster Bank, among many others. Retailers that support Apple Pay are McDonalds, Lidl, M&S, Boots, Waitrose, Costa Coffee, and many more. Apps that support Apple Pay are Apple Store app, ETSY, Zara, JD Sports, Groupon, Uber, Starbucks, Disney and many more in the United Kingdom.
As per reports, Apple claimed that Apple Pay has been made available in over 250K locations on launch day. Users in the UK, for instance, can pay with a compatible iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch, including on the London Underground, Overground and on buses.
According to Banking Tech, Apple is said to partner with Sberbank and MasterCard to launch Apple Pay service in Russia. The Apple Pay is currently available in United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, China and many more countries.
Apple Pay is a convenient payment option developed by Apple Inc. for mobile payment and digital wallet service that lets users make payments using their Apple devices, including the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, iPhone SE, and Apple Watch-compatible devices such as the Air 2, iPad Pro and iPad Mini 3, among many others.
