Driver’s Licenses Will Soon Be Coming To The iPhone And Apple Watch In These 8 States

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A person scans a QR Code on an Apple Watch to send a digital driver’s license temporarily to another mobile phone last month in Salt Lake City. Utah is among eight states that eventually will let users add a license or state ID to Apple Wallet.

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Adding a license or ID will work much the same way as adding a debit or credit card to Apple Wallet, but Apple said it is rolling out a few requirements for additional security.

After users scan their IDs on their iOS device, they will be asked to take a selfie, which will be securely provided to the issuing state for verification. As an additional security measure, users will also be asked to complete a series of facial and head movements during the setup process.

The company said customer data is «encrypted and protected against tampering and theft,» ensuring that only the owner who added the ID to their iPhone or Apple Watch can view the ID. And it’s designed so that users can present their digital IDs at TSA checkpoints without having to take out physical identification cards or hand over their Apple devices.

The new ID feature will be available with the newest iPhone software update release this fall.

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