Google Wallet rolls out built-in order tracking with Gmail on Android
Google Wallet for Android users in the US can now access a new order tracking experience powered by Gmail. Instead of just passes, Google Wallet’s Gmail integration can now show “detailed receipts, tracking numbers, and shipping status” for your online purchases.
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Google Wallet for Android users in the US can now access a new order tracking experience powered by Gmail. This feature shows detailed receipts, tracking numbers, and shipping status for online purchases.
Google Wallet on Android now shows you detailed receipts and tracking numbers for your online purchases, making it easier to keep track of your transactions.
Analysis
A New Era of Order Tracking
Google Wallet has rolled out a new order tracking experience for Android users in the US, powered by Gmail. This feature allows users to view detailed receipts, tracking numbers, and shipping status for their online purchases. The integration of Gmail with Google Wallet provides users with a more comprehensive view of their online transactions, making it easier to track and manage their purchases.
The new order tracking experience is available on the Google Wallet homepage, where users can see a card beneath the payment carousel when they have an order that's arriving soon. Tapping on the card opens a fullscreen page with all the details about the transaction, including the price, list of purchased items, and tracking details. Users can also view a list of all their orders in the Transactions section, which can be filtered by 'Google Pay' transactions and 'Orders'.
A large number of top US merchants, including Amazon and Google Play in-app purchases, are supported, but smaller ones might not appear in the Wallet app. To get order tracking in Google Wallet, users need to have Gmail enabled with smart features and select a payment card to re-authenticate using their Google Account. Once available, order tracking will be enabled in the app, along with Wear OS sync.
Google tells 9to5 today that Wallet order tracking has now rolled out for all US users. This development is expected to enhance the user experience and provide users with a more seamless way to track their online purchases.
Key points
- Google Wallet for Android users in the US can now access a new order tracking experience powered by Gmail.
- The feature shows detailed receipts, tracking numbers, and shipping status for online purchases.
- A large number of top US merchants are supported, including Amazon and Google Play in-app purchases.
- Users need to have Gmail enabled with smart features and select a payment card to re-authenticate using their Google Account to get order tracking in Google Wallet.
If this development plays out positively, users can expect a more streamlined and user-friendly experience when tracking their online purchases, with more merchants and features being added in the future.
However, users may experience some issues with the new order tracking feature, such as delayed or missing tracking information, which could be frustrating and impact their overall experience.
