iPhone users begin paying for purchases without internet access
iPhone users can now make purchases without an internet connection, thanks to a new feature introduced by "T-Bank." This technology, based on the "Vzhuh" service, utilizes Bluetooth to facilitate contactless payments even in areas without network connectivity. Initially, offline payments are available at Sberbank's biometric terminals, with plans to expand this functionality to T-Bank and Alfa-Bank terminals by mid-2026. So far, iPhone users have conducted over 45 million transactions totaling 31 billion rubles, with an average purchase amount of approximately 670 rubles.
«T-bank» customers have gained the opportunity to make purchases using iPhone smartphones without connecting to the internet. Bank representatives reported that this technology has been implemented and is currently working successfully. Ixbt.com reports about this.
The new system operates based on the «Vjux» service and uses Bluetooth technology to carry out transactions. This method allows users to perform contactless payments even in places where network connection is not available.
In the initial stage, offline payments were launched at «Sberbank» biometric terminals. By the end of the first half of 2026, this function is expected to appear at «T-bank» and «Alfa-bank» terminals as well.
The expansion of this infrastructure will significantly increase the service coverage.
According to statistical data, the demand for the Bluetooth payment system is high. To date, iPhone users have performed more than 45 million operations totaling 31 billion rubles.
The average purchase amount is approximately 670 rubles.
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