GOOGLE Wallet has introduced package tracking through integration with Gmail, allowing users to receive automatic updates on deliveries directly on the Wallet home screen. When an order receipt or tracking number is detected in Gmail, Google Wallet generates a dynamic tracking card. Users can easily monitor the status of their parcels, including a feature to clear notifications once delivery is confirmed.
This feature, currently available only in the U.S. and primarily for major retailers, is part of Google's broader strategy to position Wallet as a comprehensive digital 'Super Wallet,' encompassing various functions beyond payments. Google Wallet's package tracking capabilities aim to enhance user engagement and showcase Google's integration of email services with payment functionalities, competing directly with Apple Wallet's established system.