Ohio residents can now add a virtual copy of their driver’s license or state ID to the Apple Wallet app, making it the fifth state to support Apple Wallet’s virtual IDs. To add an Ohio state ID to Apple Wallet, you can simply open the app, select “Driver’s License or State ID,” choose Ohio, and follow the instructions on your screen.
What’s Happening & Why This Matters
Once added to Apple Wallet, the ID can be used to show proof of age or identity at select businesses and venues, or travel with it at select Transportation Security Administration checkpoints. However, Ohio residents still need to carry their physical ID as Ohio Mobile ID does not replace the physical driver’s license or identification card.
While Ohio is the fifth state to offer virtual IDs, there are other U.S. states that have not yet supported Apple Wallet IDs, including Connecticut, Hawaii, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Utah. This news is exciting for Ohio residents, but frustrating for others still waiting for support in their state.
This expansion of Apple Wallet IDs is significant as it increases usage of digital IDs in everyday life. Ohio’s support of Apple Wallet’s virtual IDs means residents can access and utilize their state ID through the app, simplifying the process of showing proof of age or identity.
TF Summary: What’s Next
The availability of Apple Wallet IDs in Ohio marks a more digitized society — with the potential for other states to follow suit. As digital transformation continues, US states will prioritize this feature for their residents, but the pace of adoption may vary.
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