NFC

Understanding secure contactless transactions in iOS 18

With the release of iOS 18.1, Apple will finally open its secure contactless payments system to third-party developers. Here's how Apple's implementation functions.

Chip Loder | 2 months ago

Apple grants US developers the same NFC features it was forced to provide in Europe

Following pressure to open up its iPhone NFC payment processes to rivals across Europe, Apple has decided to bring the same feature to more countries, including the US.

William Gallagher | 3 months ago

EU Apple Pay antitrust action is complete, after NFC opened to competitors

The European Union has formally accepted Apple's response to its antitrust concerns over Apple Pay, and iPhones will now allow rival firms to use the technology.

William Gallagher | 4 months ago

EU to settle Apple Pay NFC probe after Apple's concessions

The European Union has reportedly accepted a series of concessions that Apple has made over allowing third-party rivals access to its hardware NFC systems at the core of Apple Pay.

William Gallagher | 5 months ago

Apple Pay NFC tech in iPhone will likely get opened up soon in the EU

The European Commission is set to approve Apple's opening up of Apple's NFC platform to third-party mobile wallets as soon as May, which could help save the iPhone maker from a $40 billion fine.

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

Apple will allow third-parties in the EU access to the iPhone NFC chip

Apple has announced plans to open up its onboard iPhone NFC technology to third-party mobile payment providers, allowing them to offer their services across the EU.

Amber Neely | 10 months ago

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 year 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 year 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 | 1 year ago

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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 | 2 years 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 | 2 years 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 | 2 years 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 | 3 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 | 3 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 | 3 years ago

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 | 3 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 | 4 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 | 4 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 | 4 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.