Occasionally—very rarely—the reader might flash a red light. Don’t panic! This usually means your phone detected a different sensor, or your arm was too far away. Just try again with your phone closer to the yellow target circle, or switch to your watch instead.
And if all else fails? You can always use a physical card or Oyster as backup. But honestly, when was the last time you forgot your phone? Exactly. You probably sleep with it.
Can You Use Apple Pay London Underground at Jose Norman blog
Why This Makes Life More Fun
Think about it: you’re no longer the person blocking the gate while digging for change. You’re the smooth operator who glides through with a casual flick of the wrist. Your mates will be impressed, your morning commute will feel 20% more joyful, and you’ll have one less thing to worry about.
Plus, you can use Apple Pay to grab a coffee from Costa inside the station, then tap straight onto the platform. It’s a seamless, cinematic experience—like being in a commercial, except you actually get to enjoy the coffee.
