The long-rumored Google Wallet Card is now a reality. The search giant today launched its first physical payment card, with early support from MasterCard.
The piece of plastic serves as a prepaid debit card that allows access to the user’s Wallet Balance at ATMs, banks, and anywhere MasterCard is accepted.
Available only in the U.S., Google Wallet users who have passed the identity verification process will be prompted on the desktop site or via the mobile application to order a Wallet Card. Customers can expect a 10- to 12-day wait; once the card arrives, activate it online and begin swiping.
Google Card carries only as much money as is saved in the user’s Wallet balance, so instead of actually replacing your billfold full of plastic, it serves as a pre-paid card.
