NFC stands for Near Field Communication. It is a short-range, high frequency data transfer technology that makes use of electromagnetic induction between two devices and can deliver data at a faster rate than bluetooth.
It is usually used with electronic chips in the mobile phone, which contain all the required information (such as credit cards numbers, ID cards, etc) with them. The NFC chip in your device can be used to pay for goods or services without needing to handle your credit card or cash. All you have to do is scan the NFC tag of your smartphone on an NFC terminal and make sure that your NFC contactless payment app has been activated.
NFC tags are more commonly known as FRID tags (Radio Frequency Identification), although they are not limited to this type of technology. In this article we will explain more about NFC in Oppo A53s.
Does Oppo A53s have NFC technology?
Yes, you can find NFC technology in Oppo A53s, but this depends on the region or the market of the region that provide this device.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo A53s?
The first step to learn how to use NFC on Oppo A53s is to enable it. You can do so by swiping down from the main screen and activate the NFC icon or from settings by going to connections and activate the NFC feature.
Scanning NFC tags on Oppo A53s
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Oppo A53s. 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 install and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How to share files using NFC from Oppo A53s to an Android smartphone?
To send data from Oppo A53s, NFC should be activated as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish sharing 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, choose 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.
For what can I use NFC apps on Oppo A53s?
To run NFC on your Oppo A53s, you can install third – party apps for tasks automation or download NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes facilitate use the fantastic features of your device.
How to use Oppo A53s NFC payment?
Google pay is a payment feature developed by Google so that payments can be sent and recieved through devices that supports NFC. To use this feature, you need to:
– Download Google pay.
– Open Google pay application.
– Tap on Get started.
– Select Set it up.
– Add your card.
Next, you need to enter the bank card details. Now, when you want to pay, just put your phone close to the terminal and pay for products.
Be aware that it’s so important to set the Google Pay as the primary, so you can use this feature. To do so, go to settings then to contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as payment default.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– enable NFC on Oppo A53s.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After downloading the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Press on link for example and then choose its type, then enter the domain in the other field. Next, select save and write. In the next screen, click on write and hold your phone close to the tag till the confirmation appears.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
To stor text, you’d need a memory size of 26 bytes (bytes are the same as bits)
For web addresses, 19 bytes should suffice. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, meanwhile email messages require at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Oppo A53s?
Using NFC on Oppo A53s requires you to be familiar with Oppo A53s 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.