Google has set up a landing page in which you can get notified when a new version of Google Wallet is ready to install on your device. So what’s the big deal here?
Well, first, the landing page suggests that Google Wallet is going to become multi-platform very soon – the sign-up page asks what kind of phone you’re using (Android, iOS, or other). “Other” could mean anything, of course, from Blackberry, to Windows Phone, or even feature phones that are capable of running Java apps. However, the point is this: Google’s got something big up its sleeves.
In the meantime, as we wait to see what the new Google Wallet might look like, MetroPCS has embraced the service, making its version of the Samsung Galaxy S III compatible right now. It’s unclear if this support would continue on after the merger with T-Mobile goes through, since T-Mobile is working with AT&T and Verizon on Isis, but it’s still good to see Google Wallet move beyond the realm of just Sprint.
What are you hoping to see from the new Google Wallet? Could it be big enough to top the last major Google Wallet announcement?
Interesting. Maybe I’ll finally start using it.
Hopefully Google will be able to get it to work more places if it jumps to more platforms. I have had a hell of a time getting anything paid for with my phone, even at places that Google says it should work.
I love Google Wallet, and would be really happy if they could get more locations where it can be used. Right now there are only a couple of places I can use it. I always get positive responses when I use it. Most people still don’t even know what it is yet, so I have to explain it to them. Google really needs to push for this to become more widespread.
I don’t want it to go to the iPhone…android really needs one specific thing and this could be something cool, yea sure turn by turn on google maps is great but it’s not that cool. Google wallet is and making it cross platform will take that “wow!” Factor off of android phones when people can get it on other devices.
Work needs to be done on the retail end, that’s where I’ve encountered problems.
This is exciting! Looking foreward to see all the was they can utilize NFC