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

Google lists the change in Play services 25.41 to start a phased rollout.

Overview

  • The Wallet app will surface real-time status for key travel journeys covering flights, train trips and event passes.
  • Live Updates can appear on the always-on display, the lockscreen and as a status pill next to the time.
  • Version 25.41 of Google Play services documents the capability, with availability expected to expand gradually.
  • Compatible Samsung Galaxy phones on One UI 8 can show these Wallet updates in the Now Bar.
  • Wallet also adds issuer-app card provisioning without manual entry and sends a notification for Gmail-imported loyalty passes on Android 12 or earlier.