webfact Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 The end of the ID card? Thailand to launch new Mobile ID system Image: Daily News The days of Thais having to carry their ID card with them are coming to an end with the development of an online system. Daily News reported that the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) working with other telecoms agencies will be introducing "Mobile ID" (instead of a card). People who want to get the service just have to take their smart phone and ID card to their mobile operator and they will guide the user through the process that involves facial recognition and the use of a QR code. The new service is being promoted as a boon for Thais in accessing such things as online banking services, government services and online purchase as well as matters involving Thai driving licences. Mobile ID is expected to begin in the New Year. Source: Daily News -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2020-12-03 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post RotBenz8888 Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 When will mobile passports be global standard, no need to carry an old-school paper book? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chuang Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 What about those without smart phones... 9 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancid Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 50 minutes ago, RotBenz8888 said: When will mobile passports be global standard, no need to carry an old-school paper book? As soon as they get the long list of compulsory vaccines also linked, the ones that need 2 -3 boosters every year...$$$. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Salerno Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... They cease to exist ???? Edited December 3, 2020 by Salerno 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 5 minutes ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... We aren't smart enough to have an ID. ???? I just gave up and switched to smart again (tried several times in the past). This time phone seems to be better behaved (Galaxy A-01) than the off brands I tried in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackdd Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 12 minutes ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... They don't use "Mobile ID" and have to carry their regular ID card instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tyler Visan Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 Did it work with Thai Driving Licences? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tyler Visan Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 19 minutes ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... Or if you are in a bad WiFi or Data area, or run out of credit. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CharlieH Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 20 minutes ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... Whats the bet there will be a govt "assist" or upgrade incentive which will of course have some connection for someone to make a huge amount of money behind the scenes, 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Guffman Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 If your battery runs out, you are removed from this plane of existance. 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 44 minutes ago, Tyler Visan said: Did it work with Thai Driving Licences? Good point. I remember after a false start (or two?) it was said you had to use the official App only. It was not acceptable to scan your DL yourself, as the police would not be prepared to accept it. Has anyone used the official App and had interaction with the police with it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post pokerface1 Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 So now authorities will know how you are and where you are. If you don't have a smartphone then you must be on the run.. 4 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 3 minutes ago, pokerface1 said: So now authorities will know how you are and where you are. If you don't have a smartphone then you must be on the run.. Or perhaps switch it off until you need to use it? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salerno Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 Or wrap it in the leftover tinfoil. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Justgrazing Posted December 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 3, 2020 3 hours ago, webfact said: People who want to get the service just have to take their smart phone and ID card to their mobile operator and they will guide the user through the process that involves facial recognition and the use of a QR code Jess' like that as Tommy Cooper used to say .. but what if you drop your phone down the toilet .. you could then find yourself really in the sh*t .. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 3 hours ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... They will be issued a PIN to use with their Nokia 3320....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 (edited) 14 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said: They will be issued a PIN to use with their Nokia 3320....... You mean Nokia 3310 I suspect - as that is what I retired yesterday. Had issue not hearing ringtones when in loud areas (like hospital talking to nurse) and found no way to adjust. So now will make another attempt to tame a smart phone. At least can adjust the ring loud enough and believe have turned off all the noisemaker alerts - but will kill the power at night to make sure. Phones used to be just a hand crank turn to talk directly with operator. Edited December 3, 2020 by lopburi3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevenhills Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 4 hours ago, Guffman said: If your battery runs out, you are removed from this plane of existance. Keyword being Plane. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n00dle Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 Looks to me to be an excellent way to link every phone to a government id and keep tabs on the whole population. Next step is to roll it out and refuse service to anyone not signed up.. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ireland32 Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 4 hours ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... Who doesn’t have a smart phone really my god 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topt Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 9 minutes ago, Ireland32 said: Who doesn’t have a smart phone really my god My father - but to be fair he doesn't live in Thailand ???? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remifr Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 5 hours ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... They will be required to run to the nearest phone booth to identiify themselves orally, given that they carry enough coins of course. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 6 hours ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... Work in progress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreasyFingers Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 2 hours ago, Ireland32 said: Who doesn’t have a smart phone really my god My phone is smart but I am not. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFLKrabi Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 They should really invite a selection of users from here to their meetings to identify potential problems. If there’s one thing forum users are good at, it’s that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorpusChristie Posted December 3, 2020 Share Posted December 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, TEFLKrabi said: They should really invite a selection of users from here to their meetings to identify potential problems. If there’s one thing forum users are good at, it’s that. They would blame it all on Trump , thats all they ever go on about, some idiot always has to mention him in every thread 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebell Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Will this stop Thais changing their identity every time they have an accident or run of bad luck? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxYakov Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 16 hours ago, Ireland32 said: 21 hours ago, chuang said: What about those without smart phones... Who doesn’t have a smart phone really my god I, for one. Oh, I actually have one that was given to me, but never use it. Which reminds me I should charge its battery, just to keep it from fully discharging. Never know, I may (be forced to) use the thing some day. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 24 minutes ago, mikebell said: Will this stop Thais changing their identity every time they have an accident or run of bad luck? Or being imprisoned abroad for heroin smuggling? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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