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Google recently announced the expansion of Google Wallet's features, offering greater convenience and functionality. However, there was one key addition that was initially included in the changelog but later pulled: support for American Express cards on Fitbit devices., as part of Google Play Services v24.16, Google rolled out a few improvements to Google Wallet.
Additionally, Google Wallet can now scan QR codes and barcodes, allowing you to easily add them as passes on your phone. This streamlines the process of adding things like digital coupons or membership cards. Not only is it missing, but it made a brief appearance on the changelog, with Google later submitting a statement confirming that it will not be part of this update. It is not clear whether that particular feature made it on the list as a mistake or if it was added then later pulled due to an issue. Here's Google's statement as submitted to Android Authority:
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