Reading information from an NFC tag

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NFC

Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications.

The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna.

If the screen is locked, your device will not read NFC tags or receive data.

To activate the NFC feature, on the Applications screen, tap Settings →NFC and sharing → NFC. Drag the NFC switch to the right.

Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag will appear.

Making a purchase with the NFC feature

Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get details about the service, contact your service provider.

Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader. To set the default payment application, tap Tap and pay and select an application.

The payment services list may not include all available payment applications.

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