Walmart has announced that it will begin rolling out support for Apple Pay next week, marking a significant shift for the retailer after over a decade of resistance to the payment method. This development comes amid increasing pressure from consumers who have long sought the convenience of Apple’s contactless payment system.
The rollout will start on August 24 at select Walmart and Sam’s Club locations, with plans to extend the feature to all stores across the United States by the end of the year. Additionally, Walmart aims to implement Apple Pay support at its fuel stations by mid-2027.
The company stated, “Tap to Pay gives customers and members another familiar and convenient way to pay at checkout using contactless payment methods.” This feature allows customers to use eligible contactless cards, phones, or smartwatches for their purchases, enhancing the shopping experience by streamlining the checkout process.
This announcement is particularly notable as Walmart has been one of the last major holdouts against Apple Pay, having previously favored its own QR code-based payment solution, Walmart Pay. With this change, Walmart is expected to attract more customers who prefer using Apple Pay for their transactions.
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