Today, Apple released the second beta version of iOS 15.5 for developers, and although the update does not bring any significant new features, it hints at some changes that Apple is working on under the hood. The code analyzed by 9to5Mac shows that Apple Pay will soon support the Bancomat and Bancontact networks.
For those unfamiliar, Bancomat (an Italian company) and Bancontact (from Belgium) are interbank networks similar to Mastercard and Visa. At the moment, the cards issued by these networks are not compatible with Apple Pay, but it seems that this is about to change.
Internal codes from iOS 15.5 beta 2 reveal that Apple is working with both networks to make its cards compatible with Apple Pay, Apple’s digital payment platform. It is not clear when exactly support for these cards will be announced to the public, but we assume that this will happen sometime after the release of iOS 15.5.
Earlier this month, 9to5Mac revealed that Apple is also working to rebrand iTunes Pass as an “Apple Account Card.” This card will be displayed in the Wallet app with the balance in Apple’s user ID and can be used for purchases in the Apple Store, App Store and app subscriptions.
With today’s beta, Apple Account Card code has been added to the system, confirming that this feature will also be introduced soon.
If you notice any changes in the new beta versions of Apple, let us know in the comments below or on Twitter @ 9to5Mac.
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