Apple announced in 2020, the Maps app will finally be able to integrate the user’s passport and driver’s license. Things picked up pace at WWDC last year when the Cupertino company showed off its first look at this feature. Today looks like the big day has arrived. iPhone and Apple Watch owners now in Arizona Integrate driver’s licenses and ID cards into the Maps app.
The feature is available at: iPhone 8 and aboveIf you have installed the iOS 15.4 update and Apple Watch Series 4 minimum It runs on at least watchOS 8.4. Currently, Arizona is the only region in the world that has access. To add your documents, simply click the + button in the upper right. “Driver’s license and identity card” and follow the application instructions.
Apple adds ID cards and driver’s licenses to Maps app
To authenticate, the user must: take a picture of her face and make some head movements before scanning the front and back of their ID and/or driver’s license. These data will then be sent to the state administration for verification. Once added, it will be possible to access documents directly from iPhone or Apple Watch. These devices will suffice. scan them during security checkfor example at the airport.
apple plans “Integrating identity documents into Maps for all users in the United States” citing Colorado, Mississippi, and Ohio specifically in the coming months. However, the manufacturer did not specify whether the functionality will be implemented in other countries. Therefore, patience will be required before you see it land in France.
Source: Apple
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