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‘We’re combining the best of convenience and security to help users get where they’re going’: Samsung Wallet is launching TSA-approved digital passports for US travelers, following the steps of Apple and Google — here’s how you can set yours up
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- Samsung ID with CLEAR is now available in Samsung Wallet for U.S. passport holders, speeding airport security checks.
- Digital IDs work at over 250 TSA checkpoints and can be used for some venues, though only domestic flights are covered.
- The feature is limited to U.S. passports and domestic travel, with international trips still requiring a physical passport.
- Samsung Knox and a secure PIN or fingerprint protect access to the digital ID on the device.
- Authorities still advise carrying a physical passport as a backup for international travel.
- The feature was announced alongside Samsung's broader security and identity efforts with CLEAR partnership.
- Samsung Wallet users can set up the digital ID by adding 'Digital IDs' in the Quick Access tab.
- The update positions Samsung against Apple and Google, which already support digital IDs in wallets.
- The digital ID is encrypted on the device and not stored on external servers.
- Travelers should monitor TSA guidelines for updates and international travel implications.
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