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9 Cool Ways to Use NFC That'll Impress Your Friends

NFC is more than just a gimmick! Learn how to use NFC and do a lot of cool stuff with it.

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How to Control Your Apple HomeKit Home With NFC Tags

We'll show you how to integrate NFC tags into your Apple-centric smart home.

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What Are Smart Metal Business Cards? 8 Reasons to Get One

Want to make a lasting impression with your business card? Here are some reasons why you need a smart metal business card.

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The 5 Best Mobile Apps for Sharing Large Files Instantly

With the best file transfer apps for Android and iOS, sharing large files with someone in a split second will be the easiest thing you've ever done.

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Which Smartwatch Feature Is the Most Useful to You? [Poll]

If you have a smartwatch, which of its features do you find most useful? Tell us what you think!

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7 Security Risks You Need to Be Aware of When Using NFC

Many of us use near-field communication tech without even realizing it. But cybercriminals are fully aware and exploit NFC to hack your device.

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Are Digital Wallets Safe to Use?

Digital wallets, typically found on smartphones, notably store your financial data, but can you really trust them? Are digital wallets secure?

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Do Contactless Cards Use NFC or RFID?

Which technology powers your tap-to-pay card?

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6 NFC Payment Myths Debunked For Good

NFC is great, but you've probably heard some half-truths and even outright falsehoods about what it can and cannot do.

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What Is Near-Field Communication (NFC)? How Does It Work?

You probably use it all the time for contactless payments, but how does NFC actually work?

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How to Make an NFC Christmas Card

Bored with standard Christmas cards? Create your own with an NFC tag hidden inside to give the recipient a lovely surprise on their phone.

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How to Make Your Own NFC Business Card

With an NFC business card, you can just tap it on someone's phone to share your contact details. And it's easy to make one of your own.

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Why Is Apple Getting Sued Over Apple Pay and What Will Happen if It Loses?

Affinity Credit Union filed a suit against Apple, alleging that it gave Apple Pay an artificial monopoly that forces card companies to pay more fees.

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How Does a Drive-By NFC Hack Work?

What is NFC, why is it on your phone, and does it present a security risk? Here's everything you need to know.

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How Apple's New Tap to Pay iPhone Feature Will Work

The feature is an extension of Apple Pay and should mean easier payments for everyone, especially small businesses.

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10 Cool Ways to Use Apple AirTags as NFC Triggers

Apple AirTags can do much more than just help locate lost items.

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NFC vs. Bluetooth: What Are the Differences?

It seems like NFC and Bluetooth couldn't be more similar, but there are some key differences. Here are the important ones.

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Wifi Porter: The Easy Way to Get Guests Connected

The Wifi Porter is a deceptively simple, well engineered, NFC-enabled device that'll have you connected to a Wi-Fi network in just a single tap.

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Which NFC Payment App Offers You the Most Security?

NFC payments are taking over the world. Businesses such as McDonalds and Walgreens now offer contactless payments, with many more coming online. But how secure are the three main NFC services?

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5 NFC Security Issues to Consider Before Your Next Contactless Payment

NFC contactless payments don't provide a cast iron guarantee of safety. Just like any financial transaction, there are weaknesses and loopholes. Consider these five NFC security issues before you make another contactless payment.

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