iOS 26 Brings Your Wallet to the Post Office
Ever wished the Wallet on your iPhone could do more than hold your keys, membership cards, and thank you receipts from Apple Pay? Good news – the upcoming iOS 26 will give it a brand‑new power: package tracking.
What’s the Big Idea?
- Apple Intelligence will read your inbox and pick out any message that hints at a delivery – think “Your order #12345 is out for delivery with FedEx.”
- It’ll pull out the tracking number and match it to the carrier’s website, all behind the scenes.
- And the best part? You’ll get the feature for any parcel – not just the ones you buy via Apple Pay.
Right now the Wallet can only show you the status of a purchase if you actually paid with Apple Pay. That meant if you bought a gadget on Amazon, you had to use Apple Pay to see it hit the tracking pad. iOS 26 lets you skip that step.
How It Works – In Plain English
Think of the Wallet as a tiny detective. It scans every email you get from merchants or couriers, looks for words like shipment, tracking, or delivered, and then automatically pulls the tracking number into the Wallet. Once it has the number, it’s basically shouting “Hey, look here – your package is on the move!” (Seriously, click that link… oh wait, no ads here )
Why You’ll Love It
- No more scrolling. Your package updates pop right into your Wallet, all in one place.
- All purchases, not just Apple Pay. If you clicked a “Buy” button on a third‑party site, the tracker still knows.
- Magic numbers. The app finds the tracking code for you – no manual pasting needed.
When Will It Arrive?
Apple’s roadmap says the feature will roll out this fall with iOS 26. So keep an eye on the Software Update menu this season, and you’ll get a taste of what your Wallet can do with a little fancy detective work.
That’s all – iOS 26 turns your trusty Wallet into a package‑tracking wizard, so you can say goodbye to the days when you had to open a separate app to find out if your pizza was on its way.
Tracking Your Totes—Now Easier Than Ever!
Hey there, Apple fan! If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the sea of unopenable package emails, fret no more. Apple’s new ordering feature is set to unveil next year with the fresh iPhone lineup, and it’s going to make “where’s my merch?” a thing of the past.
How to Get It in Action
Follow these quick steps to keep tabs on your packages straight from your phone:
- Open the Wallet app. It’s the spot for all your passes and receipts.
- Navigate to Settings → Apple Pay and tap Apple Pay Defaults.
- Check the Order Tracking box, then toggle on “Orders Found in Mail.” That magic switch pulls in shipment updates from your email threads.
Why This Is a Big Deal
Now you’ll get real‑time notifications for delivery milestones—all without opening a single email. It’s Apple’s high‑tech solution to the “I didn’t get my package” panic, perfect for anyone who loves keeping the chaos under control.
What’s Next?
With the feature rolling out alongside the newest iPhone releases, you’ll see the full system in action within a year. Until then, get ready to say goodbye to post‑card‑style tracking and hello to instant updates that keep your inbox tidy.