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How to use passes in the iOS 16 Wallet app

The Wallet app in iOS 16 allows you to store data from rewards cards, passes, and more, along with your Apple Pay info. 

The Wallet app in iOS 16 allows you to store data from rewards cards, passes, and more, along with your Apple Pay info.  Some passes automatically appear at the right time or place because they include information based on time or location. 

For example, when you arrive at the airport, your boarding pass should appear. Slide to unlock your device to display and scan your pass. 

To use a pass in the iOS 16 Wallet app,

  1. Open the Wallet app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap the pass you wish to use.
  3. If you have multiple passes, tap the stack at the bottom to expand it and then swipe left to find the specific pass you need.
  4. Present the pass to the reader:
    • For contactless passes: Hold the top of your iPhone near the contactless reader until you see “Done” or a checkmark on your screen.
    • For passes with a barcode or QR code: Present the code on your screen to the scanner or attendant.
  5. Authenticate if prompted by using Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode. 

Dennis Sellers
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Dennis Sellers is the editor/publisher of Apple World Today. He’s been an “Apple journalist” since 1995 (starting with the first big Apple news site, MacCentral). He loves to read, run, play sports, and watch movies.

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