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Apple is finally opening up NFC to third-party developers in iOS 18.1
Apple isn’t just opening up Near-Field Communication (NFC) access in the European Union; it’s offering third-party access to functions like tap-to-pay in the US and other regions. Third-party developers can start implementing their own contactless transaction systems in the upcoming iOS 18.1.
Will Shanklin08.14.2024
Apple will allow developers access to its NFC technology, avoiding an EU fine
EU developers will get access to Apple's NFC technology.
Sarah Fielding07.11.2024
NFC Forum wants to bundle age verification and payment receipts in tap-to-pay
The NFC Forum envisions a future wherein one tap is all you need for multiple actions at once, including paying for purchases, getting loyalty point and receiving digital receipts.
Mariella Moon07.02.2024
How to use Apple Pay on your iPhone for contactless payments
Apple Pay can make it more convenient to buy things while protecting your credit card info. The payment service supports tap-to-pay in physical retail stores, online apps and websites, and person-to-person payments with Apple Cash. Here’s how to use Apple Pay.
Will Shanklin02.10.2024
Apple offers to open up NFC payments to rival companies in EU antitrust case
The European Commission is welcoming comments on Apple's proposal.
Sarah Fielding01.19.2024
Apple may lift NFC restrictions in Europe to escape antitrust fines
The company was charged with antitrust payment restrictions in 2022.
Sarah Fielding12.12.2023
NFC tech could get faster and go fully contactless within the next five years
You may be able to pay for purchases and get into train stations without having to physically touch your phone to an NFC terminal in the future.
Mariella Moon06.23.2023
EU charges Apple over NFC payment restrictions on iOS devices
Apple has been accused of limiting developer access to NFC technology on iPhone and iPad, which is against EU antitrust rules.
Matt Brian05.02.2022
Apple's 'Tap to Pay' lets iPhones accept contactless payments
Apple is introducing a Tap to Pay feature that lets shops take contactless payments through an iPhone — no extra devices required.
Jon Fingas02.08.2022
Apple will reportedly allow iPhones to accept contactless payments
Small businesses might soon be able to accept payments using their iPhones without the need for external hardware.
Mariella Moon01.27.2022
Apple's digital student IDs are coming to Canada and more US schools
n 2021, the University of New Brunswick and Sheridan College outside of Toronto will allow students to add their ID cards to Apple Wallet and use their iPhones and Apple Watches to access facilities and pay for food and other items and services across campus.
Igor Bonifacic08.03.2021
Paco Rabanne's latest fragrance has NFC, for some reason
The scent was crafted with the help of an AI, and there's an NFC chip buried in the top of the bottle's head.
Daniel Cooper07.14.2021
Verizon partners with Mastercard to work on 5G contactless payment tech
Mastercard and Verizon say they plan to work together on “transformational” financial technologies.
Igor Bonifacic07.13.2021
LG is shutting down its mobile payments service
LG Pay, the mobile payments service, is being phased out in the US less than two years after its launch.
Saqib Shah06.02.2021
It's already possible to hack an AirTag
A security researcher has successfully hacked an AirTag, making it launch the 'wrong' website.
Jon Fingas05.09.2021
Disney World will let you use your phone instead of a MagicBand
Walt Disney World is rolling out a MagicMobile service that lets you use your phone or watch for theme park access instead of a MagicBand.
Jon Fingas03.12.2021
LG's webOS 6.0 smart TVs have a new UI, NFC-equipped remote
LG is rolling out version 6.0 of its webOS smart TV platform, with more voice control, a new look for the interface and a remote with NFC in it.
Richard Lawler01.07.2021
Flipper Zero turns hacking into a Tamagotchi-style game
Its creators want to show that hacking is 'a skill set like anything else.'
Kris Holt01.05.2021
Yubico's latest security key uses NFC and USB-C for authentication
Yubico, the company that wants you to drop passwords and use a physical hardware key instead, has unveiled a new product that works with just about any device and authentication protocol. The YubiKey 5C supports both USB-C and NFC, so it supports Windows, macOS and Linux PCs, along with Android and iOS smartphones or tablets.
Steve Dent09.09.2020
Chrome's new release schedule will skip version 82 entirely
Last week Google announced it will pause Chrome and Chrome OS releases to deal with its adjusted work schedules as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. At the time, the company said that it would work to ensure current releases are as stable as possible, and that for now, it will not promote Chrome 81 from beta to stable. As Chrome Unboxed points out, a post a few days ago explains that the new plan is to skip a milestone release entirely. Director of Technical Program Management Jason Kersey writes in a post the beta channel will remain on version 81 until 83 is ready to promote from the development channel, while 82 will skip its cycle through the process entirely. That could mean an earlier release date than planned for version 83, but no decision has been made there yet. Chrome 81 is supposed to bring new mixed reality features and a trial of NFC tie-ins to the browser, and HTTPS changes that will remove older protocols and block some content if it tries to load via HTTP on a secure site. About Chromebooks notes Chrome OS features anticipated for version 81 that include easier sideloading of Android Studio apps and an improved Bluetooth pairing setup, but all of that will have to wait, and for good reason.
Richard Lawler03.24.2020