Bengaluru Auto Driver Uses Smartwatch QR Code for Payment, Sparks Online Buzz

A passenger in Bengaluru shared an unusual encounter during an autorickshaw ride from Indiranagar to Koramangala. When asked for a QR code to complete payment, the driver raised his wrist and displayed a scannable QR code on his smartwatch, enabling instant digital payment.

The moment, shared on social media by user Hemant, went viral with many praising the driver's practical use of technology. The incident highlights how digital payment solutions have integrated into everyday work across Indian cities, driven by widespread UPI adoption and QR-code-based transaction systems.

Users online called it a perfect example of Bengaluru's digital-first culture, with the interaction showcasing how wearable technology is being creatively used to streamline routine commercial transactions.