Android Pay was launched by Google back in September, 2015 and it has received much attention since then. In fact, the popularity of Android Pay is increasing on a daily basis and it is being launched in many different countries of the world. If Android Pay is already available in the country or if it is expected to be released soon, you need to have a clear understanding about the technology behind it in order to start using
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What exactly is Android Pay? Android Pay can simply be defined as a mobile wallet, which can be used to store your debit cards, credit cards, loyalty cards or any other compatible card. In fact, Android Pay is the latest version of the Google Wallet. The developers have made Google Wallet more secure, convenient and better in order to make Android Pay.
The functionality behind Android Pay is simple and easy to understand. First of all, you would need to configure Android Pay through the app. The app comes pre-installed in most of the devices. In case if the app is not there in your device, you don't need to worry about anything because you can simply download it from the Google Play Store. Once you open the app, you will be able to see the interface that can be used to add your debit, credit or any compatible card. However, you will need to confirm some details in order to add the card successfully.
Making a payment with the Android Pay app is extremely simple as well. You just need to unlock your device and the payment would be made instantly. However, you will need to provide your authentication for higher payments. The best thing about Android Pay is that you don't need to open the app to make a payment. When the payment is made, confirmation details would be sent directly to the phone for your convenience. The offers and loyalty points will be applied automatically during the checkout process.
Google has already taken necessary measures in order to establish partnerships with a large number of companies and support Android Pay. Moreover, you would be provided with special offers that you are eligible to right into your phone. It is also compatible with several other applications such as Dominos, Chipotle, Groupon, Etsy, Dunkin Donuts and OpenTable. When you order something through these apps, you will be able to make the payment right away through Android Pay.
The popularity of alternate currencies such as Bitcoin and Android Pay is increasing day by day. The convenience associated with these currencies has contributed a lot towards the above mentioned fact. In other words, you will be able to initiate a payment through Android Pay while staying at any place that has a contactless payment terminal. This can also help the merchants as they don't need to do anything special in order to accept payments that are made via Android Pay. Therefore, Android Pay would become one of the leading payment methods in the near future.