Apple Wallet in iOS 27 adds feature that’s been on my wishlist for years

Apple Wallet in iOS 27 introduces a highly anticipated feature that has been a long-standing wish in the minds of many users: the ability to import physical passes. Apple Wallet is already a treasure trove of features, providing a convenient replacement for physical wallets and keys. Users can store credit cards, driver’s licenses, transit cards, boarding passes, event tickets, car keys, home keys, hotel keys, and more within the Wallet app.

With iOS 27, Apple Wallet takes a significant stride towards becoming the ultimate wallet solution. Now, users on iPhone and Apple Watch can import physical passes, tickets, membership cards, and similar items from tangible cards into Apple Wallet. This eliminates the hassle of rummaging through pockets and bags to find these essential items.

Utilizing the Camera app’s Siri mode, iPhone users can simply point their device at a physical card with a barcode, or even use a screenshot of a digital pass, and are prompted to save it to Apple Wallet. Furthermore, users can create and add a pass directly within Apple Wallet. Once added, these passes are readily available for presentation as a barcode or QR code, directly from their iPhone or Apple Watch.

Although digital passes have become increasingly common since the launch of Apple Wallet, there are still numerous businesses and events that rely solely on physical passes. This often creates a sense of anxiety, as users need to ensure they carry these passes when needed. However, with iOS 27, the solution to this problem is now within reach.

By integrating everything into the Wallet app, users will no longer need to remember to bring additional items. The question remains: Have you added any physical passes to Apple Wallet in iOS 27? Share your experiences in the comments below. For more Apple news, tune into 9to5Mac on YouTube.