NFC stands for Near Field Communication, which allows two devices to communicate when they are in close proximity or touching each other. It is a technology that was originally developed for contactless payment transactions, but has now found its way into many mobile devices due to its high level of security. Follow the explaining below about how to use NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960.
How to turn on NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960? – NFC activation process
It’s so important to learn how to use NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960 in terms of paying, sending data to save your time, but you need first to enable the feature by go to the settings then connection and sharing. After that, scroll up, and enable the NFC switch. You can also activate the N-mark from the notification centre. Swipe down from the main screen and activate the icon.
How to scan the NFC tag on LG Nexus 4 E960?
Scanning an NFC tag on LG Nexus 4 E960, comes after installing a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone near the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs explain more about installing and using writing apps.
How to share files by using NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960?
To transfer data from LG Nexus 4 E960, NFC should be enabled as clarified before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish transfering data process:
– Open Gallery or your phone files.
– Choose the file or data you want to share it.
– Tap on share icon.
– Tap on NFC icon.
– After connecting with the other device, select tap to share.
On many devices, the beam is activated automatically when you turn on the NFC. Also, some devices requires you to tap on the Android Beam icon after you tap to share the file or the photo. So, you need to tap on the icon, then continue the other steps as usually.
Does LG Nexus 4 E960 have apps for NFC?
To use NFC tags for automation on your phone you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps provide a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions required.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
If you have a device with NFC, you can use Google pay to pay. Just follow these steps:
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Choose set it up.
– Add your card.
– Add your card details.
We recommend that you set the Google pay as your default contactless payment method. To do so, go to settings, then contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as a payment default.
Want to pay for your items now? Simply put your phone by the scanner and you are done.
How to write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
To automate tasks by scanning tags, you need to write commands using a tag and NFC writing app. To write the tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose New Data set.
You will find many options, select the link for example to enter a URL.
– Choose the URL type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen you will find all of the options unchecked. Tap on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
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.
What do you need to use NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960?
Using NFC on LG Nexus 4 E960 requires you to be familiar with LG Nexus 4 E960 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.