JOURNAL ARTICLE

Apple Plans to Let Users Build Their Own Passes in iOS 27 Wallet App.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gurman, Mark 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Apple Inc.'s development of a new "Create a Pass" feature for the Wallet app in the upcoming iOS 27 update, enabling users to build and customize digital tickets, memberships, and gift cards. This tool allows users to generate passes from QR codes provided by third-party services that currently lack Wallet compatibility, with customization options for style, images, colors, and text. Apple is testing three pass templates—standard, membership, and event—to suit various use cases such as gyms and concerts. The feature aims to enhance iOS’s competitiveness with Android, which already offers similar functionality through Google Wallet. This update is part of broader iOS 27 enhancements, including AI improvements and a revamped Siri assistant, expected to be announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Computer Science
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:193501028
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