The Apple Store app for iOS has finally gained the ability to checkout using gift cards. The feature has been inexplicably missing since the app debuted, but with the latest version users will now be able to import new Apple Store gift cards using their device’s camera or pull in existing cards from Passbook. The new option can be found at checkout and requires first entering the gift card’s PIN.
The feature also drops the old shopping cart icon and terminology in favor of the new “shopping bag” introduced with the recent overhaul of Apple’s website and online store.
The Apple Store app is available for free on the App Store.
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Holy shiz! Does this mean we can pay for Apple Store purchases with iTunes gift cards? Or are these exclusive to the Apple Store gift cards?
No, just retail gift cards.