The range of NFC is rising by a factor of 4 with the NFC 15 Update making tap to pay faster and more precise.
Near Field Communication (NFC), the short-distance connectivity platform used for tap-to-pay platforms like Apple Pay, to pair accessories with smartphones and more, is getting a range boost and more. The distance that NFC signals travel will increase by a factor of four from .5 cm to 2 cm with NFC Release 15. The announcement made by the NFC Forum states that the update will be „supporting faster, more reliable contactless interactions across a growing number of use cases such as wireless charging, kitchen appliances, wearables, and digital keys.“
NFC Release 15 will „extend“ the range which is also known as operating volume, of contactless interactions. This means that connections will start sooner and the device being used for a contactless payment won’t have to be as precisely aligned. This makes NFC quicker, easier, and more reliable to use.
„NFC technology makes our lives more convenient, secure, and connected every single day.
