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Google Wallet Adopts Android 16 Live Updates for Flights, Trains and Events

On Galaxy devices running One UI 8, these updates can surface in Samsung’s Now Bar.

Overview

  • The capability is documented in Google Play Services v25.41, which details real-time status for travel tickets and event passes.
  • Live Updates can appear on the lock screen, always‑on display, and as a home‑screen chip, showing progress-style information without opening Wallet.
  • Availability will roll out in stages as Play Services v25.41 reaches devices and Google enables the feature server‑side, with timing varying by OEM updates.
  • Users on Android 12 or earlier will receive notifications when a loyalty pass imported from Gmail is added to Wallet.
  • Supported issuer apps can add payment cards directly to Google Wallet without requiring manual entry of card details.