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A complete guide to NFC on Huawei Mate 8

NFC stands for “Near Field Communication” It is a wireless technology that allows the share of data between two devices. You can use it to make contactless transaction, add contacts to your phone or transfer information between two phones.
NFC tags can be embedded in contactless cards, stickers and posters and are used worldwide by major advertisers and brands. The importance of NFC tags has increases as they enable you to make more seamless purchases with less friction, increase customer engagement and build customer loyality. In this article we will explain features of NFC in Huawei Mate 8.

Does Huawei Mate 8 have NFC technology?

Yes, Huawei Mate 8 has an NFC feature which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.

Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Huawei Mate 8?

Activating NFC on Huawei Mate 8 is so easy as you just need to go to settings, more advanced settings, and choose NFC, then press on the switch to activate it. Continue reading how to use NFC on Huawei Mate 8 in terms of paying and transferring files.

NFC on Huawei Mate 8

How can I scan NFC tags on Huawei Mate 8?

Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Huawei Mate 8. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone close to the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to download and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.

Transferring files using NFC on Huawei Mate 8

Download “send anywhere” app in both devices. In the first device, open the app and tap on share option in the top left corner. As for the other device, tap on yes I agree and close the window. Next, in Huawei Mate 8, tap on:
– Newly installed apps.
– Send anywhere.
– Media files from screenshot or another folder.
Now remove the mark from the first two options and keep it for the files you want to send them. Next, click on send and got it.
– click on the upper right icon
– Choose while using the app.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Huawei Mate 8 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei Mate 8 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.

For what can I use NFC apps on Huawei Mate 8?

To run NFC on your Huawei Mate 8, you can install third – party apps for tasks automation or install NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes facilitate use the fantastic features of your smartphone.

NFC on Huawei Mate 8

How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?

To use g NFC technology to make payments, you must add your card and bank info to a pre-installed app such as Google Pay. Once activated, all you need to do is to enable tap to pay:
– Go to settings.
– Choose apps and notifications.
– Default apps.
– Press on tap and pay.
– Select app you downloaded.
To pay, just hold your phone in front of the othe device and tap to pay.

How to install NFC writing apps for android?

Installing a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We highly recommend NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have an empty NFC tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next clarification about writing a tag.

How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?

To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification below:
– Open the app you download.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Let’s assume that you choose “link”:
– Choose its type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen, all options are unckecked. Click on write, then hold your phone near the tag to see the confirmation on the screen.

I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?

The memory you need to write an NFC tag is not the same because if you want to write or store a web address, you will need 19 bytes, while you need 68 bytes for SMS. As for Emails, it requires at least 83 bytes.

NFC on Huawei Mate 8

What do you need to use NFC on Huawei Mate 8?

Using NFC on Huawei Mate 8 requires you to be familiar with Huawei Mate 8 NFC settings that include :
– Turning on NFC: A process of activating NFC from settings.
– Using the antenna: A sensor makes it possible to share data wirelessly.
– Scanning: Making contactless communication between two phones using the NFC sensor.
– Paying: using the NFC feature to make contactless payments.
– Transferring data: Sending data from one device to another by using NFC.

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