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NFC Guide | Everything you need to know about NFC

NFC technology, which is found in most smart devices, has recently emerged in different usage areas. It offers opportunities to make our lives easier in many areas, from receiving payments within seconds to new-generation digital business cards. So what is NFC (Nea Field Communication) that we can take advantage of its unique features and how does it work?

What is NFC?

NFC, which stands for “Near Field Communication”, provides short distance communication between NFC-compatible devices. Thanks to wireless communication technology, devices can communicate with each other at a distance of 1-5 cm. 2-way communication can be achieved by touching devices such as phones and tablets using this technology or by bringing them close to each other. In this way, NFC (Near Field Communication) technology allows data to be shared practically. It can be used practically in areas such as payment, information, or data transfer.

How Does NFC Work?

NFC technology is based on the principle of sending data over radio waves, just like Bluetooth. NFC (Near Field Communication), which has similar features to Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, has been developed with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. It helps users save time and perform practical processes. In order to transfer data with NFC technology, 2 devices compatible with this technology are required. Transactions can be done quickly, without the need for pairing or permission. For example; Thanks to NFC technology, you can make contactless payments. By saving your bank or credit card information on your mobile phone, you can pay quickly, without having to wait, using only the NFC feature during payment.

1. Data Transfer

NFC technology is used for data transfer in many areas such as receiving or sending phone numbers, photo or file transfers, and sharing or receiving location information. Thus, you can access the information you need in seconds.

2. Digital Wallet (Contactless Payment)

Turn your mobile phone into a digital wallet with NFC technology. Thanks to this technology, you can pay with a single touch with the card information you have saved on your phone. For Apple devices, NFC payments can be made through an application called Apple Wallet.

3. Pass Card in Transportation Systems

Instead of carrying a card in public transportation vehicles, you can reach anywhere you want by using your mobile phone only. In this way, you can switch terminals without the need for contact, thanks to NFC (Near Field Communication) technology.

4. Banking Transactions

With NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, banking transactions can be carried out securely remotely from smartphones compatible with NFC technology. In this way, remote account opening, password renewal, etc. transactions can be done easily.

5. Sharing Wifi with NFC Tags

NFC technology also offers features that will be very useful, especially for your guests. Thanks to NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, you can enable another phone to connect to the internet via NFC tag without sharing your Wi-Fi password with anyone.

6. NFC Business Card

It is very easy to get a more prestigious look with digital business cards that aim to transfer practical information! You can transmit all the information on your smart digital business card to the other party in seconds with contactless reading. You can even update your NFC digital business card information by editing your changed office address or phone number from your profile on your mobile device. Now you have a smart digital business card that you can add any information you want and will make a difference in meetings.

Which Mobile Phones has NFC Compatibility?

NFC (Near Field Communication) technology is used not only in mobile devices but also in devices such as tablets and computers. These devices only need to have NFC-compatible infrastructure. If you want to find out whether the NFC technology found in most Android phones is on your phone, what you need to do is very simple! You can find out if your phone has an NFC feature by going to Settings - Wireless Networks - Other Connections.

As we mentioned above, NFC (Near Field Communication) technology continues to provide practicality in many areas of our daily life. Thanks to the conveniences it brings to our lives, new areas of use are constantly being added. Companies using NFC technology save time while making a difference among their competitors. Don't forget to follow our content to be aware of the innovations in the digital world...

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