The Isis Mobile Wallet joint venture from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless goes live nationally, but the iPhone is conspicuously missing from the list of phones from which you can use the service.

Craig Galbraith, Editorial Director

November 14, 2013

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iPhone-less Isis Wallet Goes National

Isis Mobile Wallet, the mobile commerce venture formed by AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless, has gone national.

Isis allows you to pay with a swipe of your smartphone at participating merchants. Many Android phones are compatible, but the iPhone, for one, is not.

"Today’s nationwide launch of the Isis Mobile Wallet is a milestone for consumers, merchants and banks. It’s the start of a smarter way to pay," said Michael Abbott, chief executive officer, Isis. "Together, with our partners, we’ve built a seamless mobile commerce experience. We’re pleased to bring the magic and simplicity of the Isis Mobile Wallet to consumers across the U.S."

Isis uses near-field communication (NFC) technology, what’s become a common feature in many Android devices, but not Apple handsets. The app is available for download through the Google Play store.

The Isis Mobile Wallet went live earlier this year in select markets. The software update features a simplified user interface with a clean, white background and easy-to-navigate toolbars.

There are number of incentives to use the service, including free drinks from Coca-Cola vending machines, free smoothies at Jamba Juice and 20 percent back on purchases made using American Express Serve accounts.

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Craig Galbraith

Editorial Director, Channel Futures

Craig Galbraith is the editorial director for Channel Futures, joining the team in 2008. Before that, he spent more than 11 years as an anchor, reporter and managing editor in television newsrooms in North Dakota and Washington state. Craig is a proud Husky, having graduated from the University of Washington. He makes his home in the Phoenix area.

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