If you’re wondering what is NFC on Android, you’re looking at one of the most useful features built into modern smartphones.

New evidence reveals that Google is working on some form of NFC-based contact sharing on Android, similar to iPhone’s “NameDrop,” but it’s very early days. Apple introduced “NameDrop” on iPhone as a ...

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The new NFC Release 15 specification increases range from 5mm to up to 2cm, making alignment less critical to initiating a compliant connection. This extended range will make NFC connections quicker ...

A novel form of malware has enabled a threat actor to use a mobile device's NFC capabilities (used to enable tap to pay) to immediately cash out a victim's bank funds. Researchers from antifraud ...

Strings within the leaked One UI 8.5 build suggest that Samsung is working on NFC-based file sharing using Quick Share. This experimental feature will allow users to start file transfers by bringing ...

The ULTRALOQ Bolt NFC smart lock now offers seamless tap-to-unlock for Android users, mirroring the convenience of Apple Home Key, via a free software update. The upgrade makes the lock a universal ...

One of the best features you’ll find on locks that support Apple Home Keys is the ability to open the lock simply by tapping your iPhone or Apple Watch against it. Owners of the Ultraloq Bolt NFC have ...