Google Wallet is adding tap-to-pay for kids

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Google Wallet’s latest update will let kids download the app and use tap-to-pay on Android with parental consent. The feature, which is rolling out over the next few weeks, will also let kids store passes such as event tickets, library cards, and gift cards within the app. After rolling out tap-to-pay support on the kid-focused Fitbit Ace LTE, Google announced plans to bring it to young users’ Android phones, too. Parents will be able to control whether their child has access to Google Wallet and tap-to-pay through the Family Link app. Kids will have to get their parent’s permission to add a new payment card. Image: Google Parents will receive emails each time their kid makes a purchase. They’ll also be able to track recent purchases, remove payment cards, and turn off access. But kids can only add payment cards with parental consent an ... Read full article.