NFC stands for “Near Field Communication” It is a wireless technology that enables the share of data between two devices. You can use it to perform contactless transaction, add contacts to your phone or transfer information between two phones.
NFC tags can be embedded in contactless cards, stickers and posters and are used worldwide by major advertisers and brands. The importance of NFC tags has increases as they enable you to make more seamless purchases with less friction, increase customer engagement and build customer loyality. In this article we will explain features of NFC in Oppo Find X3 Neo.
Does Oppo Find X3 Neo have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, Oppo Find X3 Neo has an NFC feature which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo?
Activating NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo is very easy as you just need to enable the NFC icon after swiping down from the main screen. Follow the next paragraph to know more about how to use NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo.
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo Find X3 Neo?
Scanning an NFC tag on Oppo Find X3 Neo, comes after installing a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone near the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs clarify more about installing and using writing apps.
How to transfer data using NFC from Oppo Find X3 Neo to an Android smartphone?
To share data from Oppo Find X3 Neo, NFC should be activated as explained before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then activate 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 Find X3 Neo
To use NFC tags for automation on your Oppo Find X3 Neo, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps enable a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions necessary.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
You have Oppo Find X3 Neo 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 write NFC tag you need to:
– enable NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo.
– 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 use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification below:
– Open the app you installed.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Select 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 near the tag to see the confirmation on the screen.
What is the memory I need to write an NFC tag?
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 want at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo?
Using NFC on Oppo Find X3 Neo requires you to be familiar with Oppo Find X3 Neo 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.