Bloomberg: Apple to Add NFC to iPhone 5 and iPad 2
Bloomberg has filed a report stating that Apple plans to add NFC support to the iPhone 5 and iPad 2 in order to support mobile payments with both hardware and software integration. Apple had previously hired Benjamin Vigier to head up a new Mobile Commerce group last year in order to explore ways to integrate […]
Google Confirms Nexus S for December 17th US Launch
After weeks of leaks and anticipation, Google has formally announced the December 17th launch of the successor to the Nexus One in the Nexus S along with its own dedicated page, which will introduce Android Gingerbread and the availability of NFC support in the US. Hardware specifications for the Nexus S consist of a 4.0 […]
Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T Launch Isis Mobile Payment Venture
A new mobile payment initiative formed by AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizonhas been formed with Discover Financial Services under the brand name Isis. The venture will utilize the payment network provided by Discover to process payments via NFC or near field communication technology while the carriers will offer compatible handsets. The venture will be based in […]
Nokia to Launch 6212 Classic With NFC Technology
Nokia recently announced the Nokia 6212 classic which will consist of Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. “NFC-capable handsets such as the Nokia 6212 classic are set to change the way mobile phone users interact with devices and services in their surroundings,” says Jeremy Belostock, the Head of Near Field Communications for Nokia. “With the Nokia […]