This Passwords App Upgrade Could Dismiss One of Apple’s Most Cherished Features

This Passwords App Upgrade Could Dismiss One of Apple’s Most Cherished Features

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<p>Apple's Passwords app was introduced in iOS 18 and serves as a comprehensive solution for managing your passwords. Interestingly, it also includes a feature that may replace one of Apple’s standout Wi-Fi tools.</p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-passwords-app-s-qr-code-lets-friends-connect-to-wi-fi-instantly">QR Code Feature in Passwords App Streamlines Wi-Fi Connections</h2>

<p>Upon the launch of the new Passwords app, many of its capabilities were essentially inherited from previous iOS functionalities.</p>

<p>iCloud Keychain has long provided password management as part of the Settings application.</p>

<p>However, one distinctive addition to the Passwords app is its Wi-Fi section.</p>

<p>This section conveniently lists saved credentials for all Wi-Fi networks your iPhone has previously connected to, along with a new feature perfect for social gatherings.</p>

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<p>When you select a Wi-Fi network within the Passwords app, a button labeled ‘Show Network QR Code’ will appear.</p>

<p>This QR code can be scanned by anyone nearby, allowing them to connect to your network instantly.</p>

<p>No password input or configuration is necessary—just a simple scan, and they will receive a prompt to join the network immediately.</p>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-passwords-solution-can-outdo-apple-s-existing-feature">How Passwords' QR Code Feature Surpasses Apple’s Current Sharing Method</h2>

<p>Many are already familiar with Apple's well-loved method for sharing Wi-Fi passwords—its pop-up prompt that seems almost magical.</p>

<p>When someone nearby wishes to join the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to, this prompt enables quick wireless password sharing.</p>

<p>It's a fantastic feature.</p>

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<p>However, this method does come with some drawbacks:</p>

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<li>It works well for individuals but can be cumbersome for larger groups.</li>
<li>The person joining must select the correct network first.</li>
<li>Sometimes, iPhone users face reliability issues with this feature.</li>
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<p>Now, think about Passwords' QR code option.</p>

<p>Especially when grouped with many people, it’s significantly quicker to access the Passwords app, pull up the QR code, and allow everyone to scan it.</p>

<p>This means guests won’t need prior knowledge of which network to join, and you won’t have to individually grant access.</p>

<p>Next time you host a party, manage a big gathering, or encounter reliability problems with the current Wi-Fi sharing method—consider using the Passwords app.</p>

<p>Who would have thought that Apple’s Passwords app could turn out to be such a helpful tool for social events?</p>

<p>Have you tried out the Wi-Fi sharing feature in Passwords? Share your experiences in the comments!</p>

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