You can quickly open Apple Wallet on your iPhone 12 by double-pressing the Side button or by tapping its icon on your Home Screen or in the App Library.
Apple Wallet on the iPhone 12 is your digital hub for credit cards, debit cards, transit passes, boarding passes, loyalty cards, and more. Accessing it is straightforward, especially when you need to make a quick payment using Apple Pay.
Quick Access with the Side Button
The fastest way to open Apple Wallet, particularly for making purchases with Apple Pay, is using the Side button.
As mentioned in the reference, you can now make your purchases by double-pressing the Side button to access Wallet without unlocking your iPhone. This convenient feature allows you to quickly pull up your default payment card when you're ready to pay in a store or transit system.
Here’s how to do it:
- Locate the Side button: This is the large button on the right edge of your iPhone 12.
- Double-press the Side button: Quickly press it twice in succession.
- Wallet will open, displaying your default payment card, ready for use.
After double-pressing the Side button and choosing a card, you then simply authenticate your purchase via Face ID. Your iPhone 12 will scan your face to confirm the transaction.
Opening Wallet from the Home Screen or App Library
If you simply want to view your cards, passes, or manage your Wallet contents, you can open the app directly like any other app.
- Find the Wallet app icon: Look for the icon that resembles a black or grey wallet. It's typically on your Home Screen or within the App Library.
- Tap the icon: Tap the Wallet app icon to open it.
This method requires your iPhone 12 to be unlocked first.
What You Can Do with Wallet
Once opened, Apple Wallet allows you to:
- Access your stored credit and debit cards for Apple Pay.
- View transit cards and balances.
- Pull up boarding passes, event tickets, and loyalty cards.
- Manage and add new cards or passes.
Using Wallet for Purchases with Apple Pay
When using the double-press Side button method for payments, the process is designed for speed and security:
- Double-press the Side button.
- Your default payment card appears. If you want to use a different card, tap on the default card and select another one from the stack.
- Authenticate with Face ID: Hold your iPhone near the payment terminal. Look at your iPhone to authenticate using Face ID. A checkmark will appear on the screen when the payment is successful.
This integration of double-press access and Face ID authentication streamlines the payment process, making it quick and secure.
