Nokia 8 User Guide
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NFC
Explore the world around you. Tap accessories to connect to them and tap tags to call someone or open a website. Near Field Communication (NFC) makes connecting easy and fun.
Get started with NFC
Switch on the NFC features in your phone and start tapping to share stuff or connect to devices.
With NFC, you can:
- Connect to compatible Bluetooth accessories that support NFC, such as a headset or a wireless loudspeaker
- Tap tags to get more content for your phone or to access online services
- Pay with your phone, if supported by your network service provider
The NFC area is on the back of your phone. Tap other phones, accessories, tags, or readers with the NFC area.
- Tap
Settings >More >NFC . - Switch
NFC toOn .
Before using NFC, make sure the screen and keys are unlocked.
Read NFC tags
NFC tags can contain information, such as a web address, a phone number, or a business card. The information you want is just a tap away.
To read a tag, tap the tag with the NFC area of your phone.
Enable NFC payments
You can use your phone‘s NFC to pay for your shopping.
Connect to a Bluetooth accessory with NFC
Hands busy? Use a headset. Or why not listen to music using wireless speakers? You only need to tap the compatible accessory with your phone.
- Tap the NFC area of the accessory with the NFC area of your phone.*
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
*Accessories are sold separately. The availability of accessories varies by region.
Disconnect the connected accessory
If you don‘t need to be connected to the accessory anymore, you can disconnect the accessory.
Tap the NFC area of the accessory again.
For more information, see the accessory‘s user guide.