What you need to know
In a week filled with noteworthy enhancements, Google Wallet is stepping into the spotlight with its latest updates. The developer blog has unveiled a feature that promises to elevate the user experience: real-time train status alerts. This new functionality allows users who have added their train tickets to Wallet to receive timely notifications regarding their travel status.
- Users will be informed if their train is “On Time,” “Delayed,” or facing other status changes; however, this feature is currently available only to users in India and Canada.
- In addition to this, Google has announced that parents and guardians in select countries can now grant their children permission to add event tickets and generic passes to their Wallet accounts. This feature, initially revealed in March, is being rolled out first in the U.S., U.K., Australia, Spain, and Poland.
As anticipation builds, Google has also offered a glimpse into its upcoming I/O 2025 event, scheduled for May 20 at 10 am PT. During this conference, users can expect to learn about significant updates for both Wallet and Pay, with further details promised between May 21 and May 22.
The I/O conference is poised to showcase a range of exciting developments, including Android 16, Android XR, and Wear OS 6, along with potential teasers for next-generation Pixel products. A highlight of Android 16 will be the introduction of Live Updates, which Google plans to roll out earlier than usual in Q2 2025. This timeline appears feasible, as Android 16 has recently reached a critical milestone known as Platform Stability, allowing developers a final opportunity to refine their applications ahead of the upgrade.
Moreover, the Android 16 Beta has demonstrated Google’s commitment to enhancing accessibility, featuring Auracast support for hearing aids, which underscores the company’s focus on inclusivity in technology.
