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iPhone Tap to Pay comes to Ukraine

PrivatBank, Ukraine's largest bank, has announced support for Apple's Tap to Pay feature on iPhone, bringing the contactless payment system to Ukraine for the first time.

Peter Cohen | 1 month ago

Apple acknowledges iPhone 15 charging problem with BMWs, Toyota Supras

Apple has acknowledged a problem that can temporarily deactivate the Near-Field Communications (NFC) capabilities of iPhone 15 series devices when used with the wireless charging systems in some BMW and Toyota Supra models.

Peter Cohen | 1 month ago

EU regulators ramp up probe into NFC tech at core of Apple Pay

European Union officials continue to scrutinize Apple for its restrictions on the NFC antenna used for Apple Pay, a practice the European Commission dubbed anti-competitive.

Amber Neely | 6 months ago

How to make NFC automations to use with your iPhone

Using the Shortcuts app on your iPhone, you can automate common tasks with just a tap. Here are some useful ideas from logging your coffee consumption to starting your workout.

Andrew O'Hara | 1 year ago

EU complaint against Apple Pay fueled by PayPal

Complaints made by PayPal may have been a key reason the EU launched a statement of objections against Apple on Monday.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

Apple working on tech to allow iPhones to directly process credit cards

Small businesses may soon be able to accept credit and debit card payments directly through the iPhone's onboard NFC chip without the need for external hardware.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

Nomad iPhone 13 case review: Protection that hides a nifty secret

Nomad has a new lineup of cases for iPhone 13 that includes new Sport Cases alongside the usual leather versions, but they all contain a cool feature that relies on NFC.

Andrew O'Hara | 2 years ago

Australia considers requiring Apple to support Apple Pay rivals

An Australian committee has heard arguments from Apple, Google, and others regarding the opening up of iPhone NFC payment systems to more than just Apple Pay.

William Gallagher | 2 years ago

Apple execs explain how Apple Watch could replace your wallet and keys

A pair of Apple executives detail how an Apple Watch could replace a user's wallet and physical car keys with new features in watchOS 8.

Mike Peterson | 2 years ago

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Apple Pay and NFC functionality comes to Paris Navigo pass app

Parisian customers can now reload their Navigo pass using Apple Pay and NFC via the updated Ile-de-France Mobilites app.

Wesley Hilliard | 2 years ago

EU may require Apple to give competitors access to Apple Pay tech

Apple may have to open up its contactless payment technology at the core of Apple Pay to competitors if the European Union rules that Apple's restrictions unfairly hurt competitors.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

Hidden 'CarKey' privacy policy in iOS 13.6 beta hints at imminent release

Text relating to Apple's rumored "CarKey" feature has been discovered buried in iOS 13.5.1 and the first iOS 13.6 beta, suggesting a launch could be just over the horizon.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Google improves support for physical security keys on iOS

Physical security keys are nothing new on iOS, but a new update announced Wednesday expands the use of keys with NFC and other new technologies for Google authentication.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple-sponsored NFC Forum adopts wireless charging spec amid 'bilateral' iPhone charging rumors

The NFC Forum, an industry group tasked with setting global standards for near field communication technology, on Tuesday announced the adoption of a new Wireless Charging Specification (WLC) that could one day enable smartphones to juice up smaller consumer devices.

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

iOS 14 code hints BMW could be first to use Apple's 'CarKey' API, report says

Code snippets purportedly discovered in Apple's next-generation iOS operating system suggest BMW will integrate the tech giant's "CarKey" API, an NFC-based keyless entry system that swaps out physical key fobs for an iPhone.

Mikey Campbell | 3 years ago

Apple's 'CarKey' API could control your HomeKit smart lock in future

The sudden appearance of the 'CarKey API' may only be the beginning, as Apple is seemingly exploring how it can expand on its cryptographic-based device authentication to bring digital keys into other areas.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple lays groundwork to use iPhone as a car key via NFC

Apple is seemingly taking the first steps to making an iPhone or Apple Watch function as a key for a car or van, with the presence of references to a "CarKey" API within the first iOS 13.4 beta indicating it could be used to unlock or even start a vehicle.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple working on ways to securely present government ID from an iPhone or Apple Car

New research from Apple details methods that iPhone or Apple Car owners could securely store their identity credentials and securely share them with governmental agencies when required.

William Gallagher | 4 years ago

EU citizen settlement app may not land on iOS before Oct. 31 Brexit

European Union nationals wanting to remain in the United Kingdom after the Brexit process has concluded are still unable to apply for residency via an iPhone, with the government still not saying when the app will be available to use on roughly half of the country's smartphones.

Malcolm Owen | 4 years ago

How to use NFC to control your home with iOS 13

Apple's Shortcuts app is exceptionally powerful, but it becomes even more useful with the iOS 13 update. It comes preinstalled rather than a post-setup download, and it also arrives brimming with new features. One of the most built-out areas is for the smart home.

Andrew O'Hara | 4 years ago

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