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Conversation: Apple says U.S. passport digital IDs are coming to Wallet ‘soon’ Crunch

A: Hey there! Guess what? Apple's gonna let us use our iPhones as ID for TSA checks at airports!

B: No way, really?! That sounds so cool! When's this happening?

A: They said it'll be part of a future update, but not sure when. They already do it in some states and Puerto Rico, though.

B: Man, that would make traveling so much easier! But what about my passport?

A: Don't worry, it won't replace the passport. It just means less fumbling around at the checkpoints with those pesky documents!

A: Oh, and Apple Pay is now available in 89 countries! Isn't that crazy?!

B: Wow, they're really expanding! I can't wait to see what else they come up with next.
Summary
Apple will allow iPhone usage as ID for TSA checks at airports, part of a future update. This feature is already in use in certain states and Puerto Rico. It does not replace passports, but aims to make travel easier by reducing document fumbling. Additionally, Apple Pay is now available in 89
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ID: 937f01ed-5fea-466a-b7fb-9a8bd255f9d4

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/27/apple-says-u-s-passport-digital-ids-are-coming-to-wallet-soon/#conversation

Date: Oct. 28, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-28

Created: 2025/10/28 02:42

Updated: 2025/12/07 23:17

Last Read: 2025/10/28 09:26