Google Wallet gets a small menu update and easier access to your saved payment cards

The “Participating banks” option has also been replaced by “Payment methods”. This is a much more helpful addition, taking you directly to your saved payment cards. The page clearly displays your default card’s information, with security measures like on-device encryption in place, and allows you to easily add more cards. You can even use the “Edit card order” feature to customize how your cards appear in the Wallet.

Keep in mind, though, that as noted in the original report by 9to5Google, there’s no word yet on whether “Participating banks” will disappear entirely or just be moved to a different part of the Wallet settings. For now, there’s still a Google support page listing compatible banks, which is handy when you’re first getting started with the app.

If you haven’t seen the change already, be on the lookout for Google Wallet version 24.14.x, or a later release, as it may have been part of a server-side update. It may seem subtle, but definitely shows how Google is focused on streamlining the Google Wallet user experience. This focus on ease-of-use is always welcome, particularly with features like contactless payments that involve sensitive financial data.