How to Use the NFC Service on My Phone – Guide for Android and iPhone

NFC technology is a constant in modern devices, but there are often doubts regarding its use. Given this, we will talk about this technology, so that you learn how use the NFC of your cell phone and what you can do with it.

What is the new NFC technology?

NFC, which in Spanish refers to ‘Near Field Communication’, is a technology that, as its name suggests, works over short distances. NFC enables wireless transmission of information. In most cases, the technology seeks the activation of devices without pressing buttons, as it relies on electromagnetic fields to function.

What is the main function of the NFC tool?

The goal of the technology is to connect two devices quickly and without pressing any buttons. It is enough to bring them closer and they will come into contact, as long as NFC is activated. In most cases, it works to connect two phones, speakers or with Bluetooth.

What are the requirements to activate NFC on my cell phone?

There are no requirements to activate NFC beyond the fact that the mobile supports it. Fortunately, most mid- and high-end cell phones have NFC support, although low-end cell phones sometimes they don’t include it. If you have doubts, read the manual of your device or look for information about it.

NFC tools available to use from your phone

Most people are not very aware of NFC technology, and may think that it is very basic. In any case, the truth is that technology is capable of providing several very interesting functions. Let’s analyze the most common uses and the tools available for NFC.

Share WiFi keys

With certain apps, like InstaWifi, you can share your home Wi-Fi password quickly. It is important to emphasize that it is not the same as sharing Wifi, data or internet from your mobile. In any case, it is not always the best option, since requires the use of external tools, but it is worth pointing out this function that can be useful.

Make wireless payments

One of the best features of NFC is that it allows make wireless payments very quickly. The only requirements are that your mobile has NFC, that the store also has this technology and configure a payment method in Google Play or Apple Pay.

Device Synchronization

Perhaps the most common use alongside wireless payments is device syncing. This allows, for example, the connection of a mobile phone and a speaker just by bringing the devices closer. In most cases, this synchronization is done with NFC and the connection is established with Bluetooth or WiFi.

Identification for all tellers

Related to payments, you can also use the cell phone to identify a bank account. It should be noted that this technology is also present in many modern debit and credit cards. It is a quick way to pay or identify a user, but in most cases you must sign up for Google Pay or similar.

Procedure to enable and disable NFC on your mobile

The majority of current mobiles (at least the mid-range and high-end ones) have NFC. The technology activation process may vary from device to device. Let’s analyze how is the matter of the NFC and its ‘Activation’ both on Android and iOS.

On Android phones

To activate NFC on Android, open the ‘Settings’ of your mobile device and locate the ‘Connections’ section. Here you should locate the ‘NFC’ option and activate it. In the event that it does not appear, you can look in the ‘More’ section that is located at the end.

On iOs phones

For Apple mobiles and Tablets you should not make any changes, since the NFC option is activated by default. In fact, the system does not present options for enable or disable NFC. In any case, you should not have problems since the technology is available in all iPhones, from the iPhone 6.