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Apple Pay, now in the Philippines: The Quiet Launch we’ve been waiting for
1–2 minutesApple Pay launched in the Philippines on August 3, enabling users to link local cards for contactless payments via iPhone or Apple Watch. The service offers reduced compliance barriers for banks, enhancing accessibility. Currently, its bank support is limited compared to Google Pay, with usability at select retailers like 7-Eleven and Starbucks.
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