The Near field communication (NFC) feature allows mobile device users to share information by touching them together or bringing them into contact with an NFC tag embeded in a poster or advertisement.
Mobile devices detect the tags and load information from the tags when determining what action to take on the content, such as open a URL in a browser, send it as an SMS message or call the number listed on the tag. In this article we will focus on exchanging data and paying with NFC in ZTE nubia Z17s.
Does ZTE nubia Z17s have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, ZTE nubia Z17s has an NFC feature which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How do I scan the NFC tag on ZTE nubia Z17s?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on ZTE nubia Z17s. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone in front of 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 transfer data using NFC from ZTE nubia Z17s to an Android smartphone?
To transfer data from ZTE nubia Z17s, NFC should be turned om as explained before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on 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.
Apps for NFC on ZTE nubia Z17s
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your device, you need a third-party app. For making payments, you need an NFC payment app.
These apps assist you make the most of your phone features in no time with no hassle.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To make payments with NFC on ZTE nubia Z17s, you need to activate tap & pay feature from settings, all settings, and tap to pay. Also, you need to Install Google pay and put your card details. Whenever you need to pay, open the app and hold your phone close to the other device and tap to see the notification on the display.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
In order to automate tasks on your phone, 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 use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
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 depends on the type 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 Z17s?
Using NFC on ZTE nubia Z17s requires you to be familiar with ZTE nubia Z17s 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.