NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it is a short-range wireless communication feature that enables contactless data sharing 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 ZTE nubia X6, continue reading this article.
Does ZTE nubia X6 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on ZTE nubia X6 and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on ZTE nubia X6? – Activate NFC
Follow the next steps to turn on NFC on ZTE nubia X6:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– swipe up.
– activate NFC switch.
You can also go to the home screen, swipe down from the top and activate the NFC icon. Continue reading the next paragraphs about how to use NFC on ZTE nubia X6.
How to scan the NFC tag on ZTE nubia X6?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on ZTE nubia X6 to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
All what you need to do to scan is to hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to know how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about writing and scanning NFC tags.
How to share files using NFC from ZTE nubia X6 to an Android smartphone?
To transfer data from ZTE nubia X6, NFC should be enabled as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then activate 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.
Apps for NFC on ZTE nubia X6
To write NFC tags for task automation on your ZTE nubia X6, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features easily with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To make payments with NFC on ZTE nubia X6, you need to enable tap & pay feature from settings, all settings, and tap to pay. Also, you need to Install Google pay and insert your card details. Whenever you need to pay, open the app and hold your phone near the other device and tap to see the notification on the display.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
downloading a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We suggest for you NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have an empty tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next explanation about writing a tag.
How to Write NFC tags on ZTE nubia X6
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Click 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.
What is the memory I need to write an NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the kind 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 need at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on ZTE nubia X6?
Using NFC on ZTE nubia X6 requires you to be familiar with ZTE nubia X6 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.