NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it is a short-range wireless communication feature that enables contactless data transfering over short distances. It is like Wi-Fi, but instead of broadcasting to the world, NFC enables communication only with devices in close proximity to one another. To know what’s the role of NFC in Oppo A16s, continue reading this article.
Does Oppo A16s have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Oppo A16s and you can enable it from settings.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Oppo A16s?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Oppo A16s, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After learning how to install and use the NFC writing apps by reading the following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
Transferring data using NFC on Oppo A16s
To transfer data from Oppo A16s, NFC should be enabled as explained 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.
NFC Apps on Oppo A16s
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 little effort and no manual actions needed.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
You have Oppo A16s means that you can make payments with NFC. Follow these steps to use google pay for pay and checking your transaction history.
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Choose set it up.
– Add your card.
– Add your card details.
You should set Google pay as your default payment method because it’s the most important one to use. To do so, go to settings, then cintactless payments or tap and pay, and select Google pay.
Ready to get your products? Simply put your phone by the scanner and go.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To automate tasks on your Oppo A16s, you need to do two things. The first one, installing a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, ensure that you have a blank tag or buy a one. As for the app, we recommend NXP tag writer. Now follow the next explanation about how to write the 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 close to the tag to see the confirmation on the screen.
How much memory do I need to write NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the form of data, if you want to store text it will take 26 Bytes. On the other hand, a web address requires 19 Bytes, and SMS requires 68 Bytes. As for Emails you will want at least 83 Bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Oppo A16s
Using NFC on Oppo A16s requires you to be familiar with Oppo A16s 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.