Mobile Gaming and Google's Upcoming Android Pay

After much anticipation, Google has finally revealed its new upcoming payment solution: Android Pay. The internet giant's new solution is set to give a good fight to Apple Pay, letting consumers process payments with not more than one tap on an NFC terminal, ridding them the need of opening the phone and entering all kinds of codes.

Apple Pay's Worthy Competitor

As of right now, Android Pay still has no launch date, as it is set to come along with Android M. Many hurried to compare Android Pay to Google Wallet, but there are quite a few major differences between the services, including device compatibility, a fingerprint verification system, the support of brands and credit providers; the service is said to work in 700,000 stores when it launches.

Any Android NFC compatible device will be able to work with Android Pay, with Google claiming that when the service launches, seven out of ten Android devices will be ready for it. While it will accompany Android M, Android Pay will be compatible with devices that work with Android 4.4 Kitkat.

App Integration Potential for Mobile Gaming

Mobile has become an inseparable part of the iGaming world, with many players choosing to play on-the-go on their tablets and smartphones at prominent online casinos like Casino Cruise and 888 Casino. One feature in Android Pay that could serve as an effective game-changer for online mobile gaming - the ability to integrate the service in apps.

Developers can use Google's API to integrate the service with any app that sells goods. While it is currently available only in certain apps, a possible scenario of expanding this integration in gaming apps could make life much easier for many players. Of course, the integration of common payment services found in online casinos with Android Pay is bound to be a lengthy process, but when it does get there, a door will open to a world of seamless payments with minimum hassle.