Socket Mobile awarded official status as My Number card reader in Japan
Socket Mobile's S370 and S550 readers have been officially approved by the Japanese government as certified My Number Card readers, marking a significant milestone for the company's presence in Japan. These readers are now compatible with Apple Wallet on iPhone, enabling users to access a range of government services securely through their digital ID stored in Apple Wallet.
The My Number Card Program and Integration with Apple Wallet
The My Number Card program is Japan’s national digital identity platform with over 100 million cardholders, managed by the Digital Agency of Japan. It allows secure access to government services such as tax filings, social security, and health insurance. With the integration with Apple Wallet, users can now store their My Number Card digitally on their iPhones, facilitating fast and secure authentication for accessing public and commercial services through compatible Socket Mobile readers.
Socket Mobile's S370 and S550 Readers: Features and Compliance
The S550 is a compact NFC reader that connects wirelessly via Bluetooth to smartphones and tablets, while the S370 is a hybrid device combining NFC with 1D/2D barcode scanning for broader data capture needs. Both devices comply with the ISO 18013-5 standard for mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) and identity credentials, ensuring standardized and secure reading of digital IDs.
Opportunities and Partnerships
The My Number Card program represents a significant opportunity for Socket Mobile and its partners in Japan. Developers and businesses can leverage Socket Mobile’s CaptureSDK for compatibility with various applications, expanding how these readers interact with the My Number Card system across industries.
User Flexibility and Security
End-users have the flexibility to choose the Socket Mobile reader that best fits their needs for mobile identity, payment, and credential applications. Socket Mobile remains committed to supporting digital identity adoption and providing flexible, high-performance tools. The company's mobile readers are ISO 18013-5 compliant and aligned with international standards for mobile driver's licenses and identity credentials, ensuring secure and user-friendly data capture.
In summary, the S370 and S550 readers function as certified interfaces for the My Number Card digital identity program in Japan, enabling seamless and secure access to government and related services via Apple Wallet and connected mobile devices. These readers offer a reliable, consistent data capture performance for developers, making them an ideal choice for next-generation public and private services. Socket Mobile's approval as an official My Number Card reader provider reinforces its position as a trusted provider of secure, user-friendly data capture tools.
[1] Socket Mobile Press Release: https://www.socketmobile.com/news/2021/09/socket-mobile-announces-approval-of-socketscan-s370-and-s550-as-certified-my-number-card-readers-in-japan
[2] Socket Mobile Product Page: https://www.socketmobile.com/products/mobile-computers/scanners/socketscan-s370
[3] ISO 18013-5 Standard: https://www.iso.org/standard/73810.html
[4] My Number Card Program: https://www.mynumber.go.jp/english/
[5] Apple Wallet: https://www.apple.com/japan/apple-pay/
The Socket Mobile S370 and S550 readers, now certified My Number Card readers in Japan, can enhance the finance sector by integrating securely with Apple Wallet, allowing users to store and access their My Number Card digitally. With these reader's advanced technology, the industry can leverage Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK for compatibility with various applications, thereby facilitating seamless transactions across multiple industries.
