I could be making too big of a deal out of a small feature, but even if this isn't a spark of revival for app developers to expand their Google Pay support, I'm still thrilled that we have the shortcut in the first place. The biggest downside to this is that the shortcut is only offered on Pixel phones, and while I don't envision it showing up on a Samsung device anytime soon, I wouldn't be surprised if it lands on other Android phones with Pixel-like interfaces - such as phones from Motorola, Nokia, etc.

This shortcut, hopefully, is a sign that Google does still care about Google Pay and wants to shine a larger spotlight on the service. Source: Joe Maring / Android Central (Image credit: Source: Joe Maring / Android Central) Similar to what we've seen with Stadia and developers being hesitant to create games for the service out of fear that Google will shut it down in a couple of years, perhaps app developers have had a similar feeling with Google Pay. However, given the lack of interest Google's shown towards Google Pay since its big revamp in 2018, you can't fully blame these developers, either. That's something that isn't going to be resolved overnight, and it falls more on the shoulders of app developers rather than Google being 100% to blame. Google Pay is now front and center on all Pixel phones, rather than feeling like a side project the company forgot about.ĭoes this update also solve the issue of lackluster passes I previously complained about? Sadly, no. Plus, if you want to look a bit deeper, it's a sign that Google legitimately cares about the service if it's willing to tie it to a hardware shortcut. From a user standpoint, it's worlds more convenient. You can still just hold your phone near an NFC terminal for Google Pay to open up automatically and make a payment with your default card, but if you want to change your payment method or access a digital pass, you no longer have to search for the Google Pay app.

Verify your card if needed.Google Pay works the same, but now it feels like a core part of the Pixel experience.

Take a picture of your card or enter the card entails.

Tap 'Add to Wallet' and follow the instructions.

Open the Google Wallet app or download it on Google Play.Accepted anywhere at any point-of-sale terminal that accepts contactless paymentsĪdding your Dukhan Bank card to Google Pay takes just a few minutes.Simply add your card to Google Wallet and start paying on the go. Google Pay TM allows people to pay and make secure purchases in stores (where contactless payments are accepted), in apps, and on the web.

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