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.
