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 operated.
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 Reno8 Pro.
Do Oppo Reno8 Pro have NFC om its system?
Yes, NFC feature is available on Oppo Reno8 Pro and you can activate it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro? – Activation NFC
You can activate NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro from the main screen by swiping down from the top then pressing on the NFC icon and it will be turned on. Also, you can turn on the feature from settings:
– Go to settings.
– Click on connections and sharing.
– Swipe up to find NFC.
– Turn on the NFC switch.
You can turn the feature off whenever you want especially if you want to save your phone power. If you don’t know how to use NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro in terms of paying and scanning tags, continue reading this article as everything about NFC will be clarified.
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo Reno8 Pro?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Oppo Reno8 Pro, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After you learn how to download and use the NFC writing apps by reading the following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
Transferring data using NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro
To transfer data from Oppo Reno8 Pro, NFC should be turned om as explained before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on 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.
Does Oppo Reno8 Pro have apps for NFC?
To use NFC tags for automation on your Oppo Reno8 Pro, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps allow for a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions needed.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
You have Oppo Reno8 Pro 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.
– Select 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?
downloading a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We highly recommend NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have a blank NFC tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next explanation about writing a 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.
– Tap 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. Click on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
What is the storage capacity you need to write NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the form 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.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro
Using NFC on Oppo Reno8 Pro requires you to be familiar with Oppo Reno8 Pro 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.