Google Wallet for iPhone Launches in the App Store

Google has just launched a free Google Wallet app in the App Store.

Though the app doesn’t support in-store payments (since Apple’s iPhone doesn’t feature an NFC chip), Google Wallet users can nevertheless perform a number of useful tasks using the application, which is optimized for the iPhone and iPod touch.

Namely, it’s possible to send money to an email address using Google Wallet for iPhone, and you can also store credit and debit card details for easier online shopping.

Loyalty programs can be accessed from within the application, too, and offers can also be redeemed on-location.

Google explains in the app’s release notes: Read more...