Garmin Pay launches in Korea with Tmoney transit payments
Garmin Pay works on the Forerunner 170, Forerunner 970, Forerunner 570 and Venu 4, letting wearers pay on buses, subways and at Tmoney merchants.
Garmin announced the Korean launch of Garmin Pay, its simplified payment service, integrated with Tmoney on November 11, according to digitaltoday.co.kr. Users register a Tmoney card in Garmin Wallet and then pay with a Garmin watch.
The service covers public transport, including buses and subways, as well as merchants that accept Tmoney, such as convenience stores and cafes.
Four Garmin products support Garmin Pay: the Forerunner 170, Forerunner 970, Forerunner 570 and Venu 4.
Nelson Chen, head of Garmin Korea, said the company is pleased to introduce Garmin Pay in Korea with Tmoney support.
Expansion since 2017
Garmin first introduced Garmin Pay in 2017 and has since expanded the service to more than 100 countries, including Taiwan, the US, the UK and China.
Quick answers
Which Garmin watches support Garmin Pay in Korea?
The Forerunner 170, Forerunner 970, Forerunner 570 and Venu 4 support Garmin Pay.
Where can I use Garmin Pay with Tmoney?
On public transport such as buses and subways, and at merchants that accept Tmoney, including convenience stores and cafes.
How do I set up Garmin Pay with Tmoney?
Users register a Tmoney card in Garmin Wallet and then pay with a Garmin watch.