ULTRALOQ, the smart lock brand under Xthings, has rolled out a major update to its Bolt NFC lock that extends tap-to-unlock functionality to most Android smartphones. The feature, previously limited ...

You may have heard the term NFC before, especially if you're an Android user. Google's mobile operating system has had this hardware feature for over a decade, but many users aren't sure what it does.

NFC tags let you use your phone in a whole new way Android devices with near field communication (NFC) can quickly exchange information with other smartphones and compatible devices. NFC can be used ...

Another challenge was that students had to stop what they were doing on the phone to open the app so they could open their door. This issue could be addressed by running the app in the background all ...

Multiple companies are deploying or piloting a new Near Field Communication (NFC)- and Bluetooth-based credential-managing solution from HID Global that enables employees to access physical offices, ...

NFC is nifty because it's a relatively simple technology that unlocks some powerful solutions to everyday problems. It works by using tags and devices that can read them. The tag is made up of an ...

Pick up any modern smartphone, and you know to expect it to support the familiar cast of wireless standards. It’s got to have cellular communication, obviously, as well as Wi-Fi. And right after those ...

NFC, or near field communication, is a popular wireless technology that allows you to transfer data between two devices that are in close proximity to each other. It’s often used as a faster and more ...