Wednesday, October 8, 2014

1 Card = 20 Cards


1 Card = 20 Cards
by Kyle Gilligan

In the market futuristic payment systems, it would seem that Apple Pay and Google Wallet have gotten most of the hype. However, it would appear that there is another form of payment emerging that could greatly decrease the size of our wallets. Say hello to Plastc Card. Yes, that is the real name and not just a spelling error. This new card can store the information from up to 20 other cards. The cool thing is that not only does it store debit can credit cards, but it will also work for gift cards, loyalty cards, and access cards to buildings. They say that basically any card that has a magnetic strip can be stored on the card. However, according to early reports that will not include your driver’s license. Well, I guess we can't have everything.

Using the card will be quite easy for anyone familiar with e-readers, since the card will come with a built in e-ink screen. This screen will allow users to swipe to choose a form of payment. It will also show a picture of you along with your signature directly after you make a purchase, making it a lot scarier for anyone who tries to steal your card. But if your card is stolen, the chances of them making it to a the checkout line with your card is pretty slim since the card is automatically deactivated once it gets a certain distance away from your phone. Additionally, you can elect to receive a message on your phone every time a payment is made from your Plastc Card. These features will likely make Plastc Card a safer card to have in your wallet than a normal card, let alone the fact that it will just be fun to use. Check out the video below for a rundown on Plastc Card.



Does having a card like this seem appealing to you?

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2 comments:

  1. These Plastc Cards is very appealing. I like the idea of reducing the number of things that I have to keep track of and keep in my pocket. The fact that these cards do a good job protecting identify theft is awesome and will make this card very popular.

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  2. This seems like an awesome concept. I have also heard of another product similar to this called Coin. However, the Plastc Card seems much more functional.

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