Explore the world around you. If your phone supports Near Field Communication (NFC), you can tap accessories to connect to them, and tap tags to call someone or open a website. The NFC functionality can be used with some specific services and technologies like tap to pay with your device. These services might not be available in your region. For additional info about the availability of these services, contact your network service provider.
Switch on the NFC features in your phone, and start tapping to share stuff or connect to devices. To see if your phone supports NFC, tap
With NFC, you can:
The NFC area is on the back of your phone. Tap other phones, accessories, tags, or readers with the NFC area.
Before using NFC, make sure the screen and keys are unlocked.
NFC tags can contain info, such as a web address, a phone number, or a business card. The info you want is just a tap away.
To read a tag, tap the tag with the NFC area of your phone.
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.
*Accessories are sold separately. The availability of accessories varies by region.
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 info, see the accessory's user guide.