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 cards 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 phone 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 ensure that your NFC contactless payment app has been enabling.
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 A55.
Does Oppo A55 have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, you can find NFC option in Oppo A55, but this depends on the region or the market of the region that provide this device.
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo A55?
Scanning an NFC tag on Oppo A55, comes after downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone close to the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs clarify more about installing and using writing apps.
How to transfer data by using NFC on Oppo A55?
To send files from Oppo A55 to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After downloading the app in both, Oppo A55 and the other device, press on send option in the bottom left corner of the app.
In the other phone, tap on yes, I agree and close the window. On Oppo A55, 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 Oppo A55 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Oppo A55, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Oppo A55
To run NFC on your Oppo A55, you can download third – party apps for tasks automatization or install NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes assist use the fantastic features of your smartphone.
How to use Oppo A55 NFC payment?
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 install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– turn on NFC on Oppo A55.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After installing the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Tap 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?
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.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Oppo A55
Using NFC on Oppo A55 requires you to be familiar with Oppo A55 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.