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Where you live is just the start. You also have to have the right iPhone model and the right software setup.  Here are the minimum requirements that Apple lists:  An iPhone 8 or later with the latest version of iOS Have Face or Touch ID enabled on your deviceHave two-factor authentication enabled on your Apple accountA license or ID from a participating state or territoryYour device's region set to the United States I'll have more to say in a bit about that iPhone 8 and iOS requirement and a catch I ran into.

So, not every phone you think might work will actually do so. The first time I tested adding my ID, I was using an iPhone 8 Plus. But when I arrived at the setup page within Apple Wallet, I was given eight states to choose from, and California wasn't one of them. That surprised me. I'd found a helpful Apple support article that explained the requirements for adding a driver's license or state-issued ID to Apple Wallet and it seemed like I shouldn't have any trouble.  At first, I thought the roadblock was that I hadn't set up Touch ID yet. But no, California was still not on my list of eight st

Multiple carriers are offering serious savings on the iPhone 15 series, but T-Mobile's deals stand out. That's because it's the only carrier offering discounts that don't require a trade-in or new line. You can save hundreds by purchasing the phone on an installment plan, and the discount will be applied as bill credits over 36 months. Read more: Best iPhone 16 Deals I Took 600+ Photos With the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Look at My Favorites +31 More See all photos