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Samsung, Google and Mastercard with VTB Bank expand functionality of virtual Troika
During the trial, Samsung, Google, VTB Bank, along with Moscow Metro and Mastercard, expanded the virtual Troika capabilities and introduced discounts on group ticket purchases.
One of the new features of the virtual Troika is the ability to upload it to Samsung Pay. The fare is paid automatically, you just need to bring your phone to the turnstile or validator. Unlike bank card payments, this Samsung Pay payment method does not require you to unlock your phone.
Also, the virtual Troika has increased the range of Ediny costs, and can now be purchased, including 365 days, which is likely to be a trip around Moscow and the Moscow region.
Discounts for the purchase of “Ediniy” tariffs for the focus group will be:
- 10% – “One” for 365 days
- 30% – “One” for 90 days
- 50% – “One” for 30 days
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The Virtual Troika is a transport card issued and processed using a smartphone without the use of a plastic company. During testing, card purchases are available on the Moscow Metro mobile app. The removal and download of virtual Troika from a Samsung Pay wallet or Google Pay mobile device will be done automatically by VTB Bank.
The virtual version of the card can be used in metro, buses, tram, electric buses, MCD, monorail and MCC. Currently, the number of participants in visual card testing is expanding from 1,000 to 5,000 people. Anyone can join the group by leaving a request on the site.
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Interestingly, the phone’s left side holds the SIM card slot. At the same time, the right side carries volume buttons and a power key that doubles as a fingerprint scanner. The bezles look fine-tuned while the chin is extremely thick.
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Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy A06 smartphone. Chinese phone makers harmed Samsung’s market in key countries. However, the company is now aggressively targeting the entry-level and mid-range market.
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