How Near Field Communication Works?
NFC is a short-range wireless technology set with a distance around 5 cm or less required to get connected. Many of the countries have already started NFC ticketing systems for public transport and India is using it in box offices for ticketing and China is using it in public bus transport. Explore the best NFC use cases! It can be categorized into two types:
Passive NFC
The Passive NFC includes NFC tags, small transmitters which do not need any power source.
Active NFC
The Active NFC are those that can send and also receive data. A smartphone is a good example for Active NFC.
Best Use Cases of NFC
- Marketing and exchanging the data like maps, schedules etc using NFC Marketing Tags.
- Exchanging and transferring images for printing.
- By scanning through your phone you can pay the bill of your items.
- Through NFC smart stickers you can like on Facebook, Follow on Twitter.
- Users can instantly make payments and receive coupons directly on their handset.
- They are secure as they are short range transmissions.
- Matching encrypted security code.
Best use cases of NFC to implement in 2019
Nike’s connected Jersey:
In order to boost up their sales, Nie has come up with a new offer where it provides a chance for its customers to win exclusive gifts. By purchasing the Nike NBA Connected Jersey and Chelsea FC Jersey. This allows them to easily engage their customers. Customers need to download the Nike Connect app, tap on the tag, and get started to unlock gifts like courtside seats, autographed jerseys, and early access to products. This connectivity enhances business potential.
Barbadillo’s smart bottles:
A Spanish wine brand named Barbadillo came out flying colours after experimenting with NFC tags for their products. They delivered the products with a fitted special SpeedTap collar. This allowed the drinkers to tap the NFC tag that allows them to reach out to the Barbadillo’s microsite or to enter a contest where they can win 1000 euros. This idea increased its sales enormously.
L’Oreal’s UV sensor:
L’Oreal has launched a UV sensor which can lets you know if you are spending too much time in the sun. The sensor is NFC-enabled, allowing users to scan it via the app to track their sun exposure time. It also suggests L’Oreal products based on their skin score, promoting reusability and skincare. It’s a brilliant strategy to encourage customers to download the app and increase product sales.
Lego’s new NFC-enabled game – Dimensions:
Lego has developed a new game called Dimensions with NFC-enables parts of its bricks to bring the toys to life. Kids can interact with the Lego pieces extending the playtime by adding value to the product. They can control their characters in the game by placing their fingers on the USB Toy pad. This illustrates the combination of the physical world with virtual reality, known as mixed reality.
NFC Application Development:
We have already developed various NFC applications for the Android mobile platform and also a web-based server that works with mobile applications. It is a technology which allows you to use your mobile for various special purposes. The tag can share and link to information such as webpages and other types of information. You can do all this by placing your phone near the NFC tags.
NFC Technology in Mobile App Platforms:
NFC has bought drastic changes for the application developers. Here are some ways. Using and scanning NFC tags enables many actions in mobile apps. Google an Apple both have implemented NFC technologies in their devices.
NFC on Android:
There are two stacks one is Google NFC Stack and Open NFC Stack. Google Stack is a part of the Android platform. But as the Android platform do not support the Open NFC stack developers mainly use to prefer Google NFC Stack for application development. It also has a lot more benefits as it is not limited to any specific hardware. It is portable and also has many different environments.
Krify is one of the few trustworthy NFC Application development companies in India. We have a huge experience in developing NC mobile applications and our specially trained team is well skilled in developing the user required NFC applications considering all the pros and cons. You can always reach out to us for more information.
