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Google Wallet. By: Amanda Tazbaz ITMG 10. How it works. Download application on Android smartphone Set up payment information Shop in store Click on type of payment and tap phone next to Near Field Communication terminal (NCF) Shop online look for “buy with Google” sign in with account .
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Google Wallet By: Amanda Tazbaz ITMG 10
How it works • Download application on Android smartphone • Set up payment information • Shop in store • Click on type of payment and tap phone next to Near Field Communication terminal (NCF) • Shop online • look for “buy with Google” • sign in with account
Features • Coupons automatically applied at checkout. • Rewards identified with payment card. • Google Offers notifies consumers of special deals for the day. • Track payment transactions. • Security features
Advantages • Shopping made quicker and hassle free • Free app with no fees • Secure payment information • password protected with 4-digit pin • safely encrypted on secure severs • If phone is lost, can disable account online
Disadvantages • Concern of hacking attacks • Technology issues • Phone dies, lose reception • Not effective in every store • Only in the United States • Only for android smartphones
Future • Expand internationally • Be the common form of payment • Vending machines, gas stations • Launch app on more popular devices • Mobile payment is becoming the future concept
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