With the proliferation of NFC-enabled devices, it is becoming more common to find new ways to use digital wallet technology every day. So much so that Google Walley and Apple Wallet are preparing an update to their wallets in view of the change that is coming. That change is none other than The use of electronic wallets as digital hotel keys. I'll tell you what these digital keys are, which you will surely see and use relatively soon.
Many hotel chains are already adapting to this change.
The idea behind this technology is quite simple. Instead of receiving a card or a physical key when we stay at a hotel, This access would simply be done by bringing the mobile phone close to the smart lock on the entrance door.. And this update that Google and Apple are preparing for their digital wallets is a clear indication that we will soon see this technology very present in our daily lives.
In fact, Some hotel chains such as Hilton are already testing this technology. which has very notable advantages of use. And not only that, in tourist apartments we can already find these smart locks that can be opened with your mobile phone. The main advantage is that you have the key with you at all times. On the other hand, we will no longer have to leave the key behind when we leave the room.
This type of technology is making Check-in and check-out are faster than ever, without the need to physically interact with the owner of the place. But, like all technology, there are always detractors behind it. In this case, there are those who think that Grouping everything on the mobile can make us too dependent on the mobile device, and they may be right.
Too much dependence on technology?
This system has quite clear disadvantages. The main one in this case is that If the device becomes unusable, if it turns off or if you simply lose it, you will have lost the keys to your stay.. In this situation we will probably only need to speak to the person in charge of the accommodation to receive a card or manual access. But There will be situations, as in B&B, where we will not be able to have closeness with the person in charge of the accommodation. Something that raises doubts about this technology.
On the other hand, until now we have only had no concern for the digital security of hotel digital keys, it made no sense. From now on there will be, as always when a new technology comes out, Subject matter experts who use their knowledge to create security breaches in these systems and enter your hotel without you realizing it.
The issue that surrounds us right now, that all our needs are being digitized and unified on the mobile, is Are we too dependent on technology? And we need a balance between technological advancement and individual autonomy so as not to become overly dependent on these advances altogether.
Do you think we are moving towards a more comfortable future or are we becoming too dependent on technology? I would like to know your opinion on this matter, so you know, leave me a comment with your opinion on this debate that is getting closer every day.