near-field communication
PulseAugur coverage of near-field communication — every cluster mentioning near-field communication across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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Google Pixel models suffer NFC bug affecting contactless payments
Several Google Pixel models are reportedly encountering a bug that disrupts near-field communication (NFC) functionality, specifically impacting contactless payment capabilities. This issue appears to affect more than j…
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Apple Wallet vs. Apple Pay: Understanding the Difference
Apple Wallet and Apple Pay are distinct but complementary services. Apple Wallet functions as a digital container for various items like credit cards, IDs, and tickets, while Apple Pay is the service used to make actual…
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AI coding startup Cognition valued at $48B, surpassing Cursor
Cognition, an AI coding assistant company, has achieved a valuation of $48 billion, indicating strong investor confidence in the AI coding market. This valuation surpasses that of Cursor, a competitor that was acquired …
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Circular's Series 3 smart ring adds NFC payments and ECG
Circular has introduced its new Series 3 smart ring, which includes mobile payment capabilities via near-field communication (NFC). The ring is compatible with Visa and Mastercard. It also features enhanced battery life…
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Adata Urban Tapsafe SSD unlocks via phone, offers shared access
The Adata Urban Tapsafe is a 2TB external SSD that offers unique features like NFC-based unlocking via a smartphone app, allowing users to grant access to others. While it boasts a solid build, swappable magnetic plates…
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Digital car keys offer convenience but introduce new security risks
Digital car keys offer convenience by allowing users to lock, unlock, and even start their vehicles using smartphones, leveraging technologies like ultra-wideband and near-field communication. While these digital keys a…
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Garmin Fenix 9 details emerge in FCC filing with LTE and satellite features
Details for the upcoming Garmin Fenix 9 smartwatch have reportedly surfaced through an FCC filing, suggesting the device will feature LTE mobile internet and satellite connectivity for data transmission. The filing, whi…
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New $9 NFC key physically locks distracting apps
The Autonomous Key is a new $9 NFC device designed to combat app addiction by physically locking distracting applications. Unlike software-based screen time limits, this key requires a physical scan to unlock apps, maki…
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New $9 NFC key enforces digital discipline by locking distracting apps
A new $9 NFC key has been developed to help users manage digital distractions by requiring a physical scan to access specific applications. This simple hardware solution aims to enforce digital discipline.
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Apple's iPhone digital car key feature expands compatibility
Apple's digital car key feature, introduced with iOS 14, allows users to store and use their car keys on their iPhone or Apple Watch. This functionality, based on the Car Connectivity Consortium's Digital Key specificat…
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Android Status Bar Icons Explained: A Comprehensive Guide
This article explains the various icons that appear in the status bar of an Android phone. It categorizes these icons into network, battery, device status, sound, and call indicators. Understanding these symbols can hel…
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Cashless Payment Systems to Revolutionize Events and Venues by 2026
Cashless payment systems are set to transform events and venues by 2026, moving away from physical currency towards technologies like RFID, NFC, digital wallets, and integrated payment infrastructure. These systems aim …
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Pragmatic半导体 launches NFC chip for tamper detection and authenticity
Pragmatic半导体 has launched the Pragmatic NFC Protect PR1311, a new flexible, low-carbon NFC chip designed for instant tamper detection and product authenticity verification. This chip can be seamlessly integrated into pr…
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NFC charging could enable slimmer, more fashionable smartglasses
NuCurrent has developed a prototype of Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses that utilize NFC charging, potentially enabling slimmer and more fashionable designs. This technology replaces the current pogo pin charging method, which…
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Friendster relaunches as Neo-Friendster, prioritizing real-world connections over algorithms
The defunct social media platform Friendster has been revived by programmer Mike Carson, who purchased the domain and trademarks. Carson aims to offer a social media experience free from ads and algorithms, focusing on …