It's been a long time coming, but PlayStation 5 players can finally use Apple Pay natively when purchasing games.
As first reported by 9to5Mac, the most recent PS5 update has finally taken advantage of iOS 18, allowing for direct purchases using Apple Pay. PS5 owners have previously been able to use Apple Pay via the PlayStation App or the PS5 browser, but it's taken over four years to get native support for the popular payment method on the console.
Now, rather than having to take any extra steps, customers can simply select Apple Pay during the checkout process on their PS5s. They will then be greeted by a QR code they can scan using their iPhone or iPad to complete the transaction.
Apple Pay is the world's most popular digital wallet with over a 90% market share in the US alone, so it makes sense that Sony and Apple would want to work together to ensure users can take advantage of it. And with Apple Cards providing 2% cashback on purchases, it's all but certain to rapidly become a favorite payment method for the PS5's storefront.
Not every region has implemented Apple Pay, but you can check Sony's website for a full list of countries that support the feature.
Apple Pay joins PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App as alternative payment methods on PS5, with support on PS4 expected at a later date.
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As first reported by 9to5Mac, the most recent PS5 update has finally taken advantage of iOS 18, allowing for direct purchases using Apple Pay. PS5 owners have previously been able to use Apple Pay via the PlayStation App or the PS5 browser, but it's taken over four years to get native support for the popular payment method on the console.
Now, rather than having to take any extra steps, customers can simply select Apple Pay during the checkout process on their PS5s. They will then be greeted by a QR code they can scan using their iPhone or iPad to complete the transaction.
Apple Pay is the world's most popular digital wallet with over a 90% market share in the US alone, so it makes sense that Sony and Apple would want to work together to ensure users can take advantage of it. And with Apple Cards providing 2% cashback on purchases, it's all but certain to rapidly become a favorite payment method for the PS5's storefront.
Not every region has implemented Apple Pay, but you can check Sony's website for a full list of countries that support the feature.
Apple Pay joins PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App as alternative payment methods on PS5, with support on PS4 expected at a later date.
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