What is NFC in Honor and Huawei smartphones? In 2021, more and more people are switching to contactless transactions. This applies to payments and information exchange between devices. Most owners of modern smartphones and tablets know about this tool, and some do not even suspect that they have the opportunity to abandon plastic cards forever. Read more about what this function is, where to look, and how it works later in our review.
What is an NFC module in a smartphone?
NFC in Honor and Huawei phones is a module that enables contactless transfer of information between two devices. In 2021, it is actively used in phones and fitness bracelets (smart watches). But not in all of them. Since the technology is expensive, it is found only in devices above the average price. Gradually it becomes more accessible, and it is being introduced into other models of gadgets.
Peculiarities:
- reads codes and tags;
- makes contactless payment through communication with a terminal at a distance of several centimeters;
- transfers files (a more modern analogue of infrared or Bluetooth).
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In practice, you no longer have to carry several plastic cards with you, since you can pay with your phone. This is especially convenient for clients who have accounts opened in different banks.
How does it work
A special part is installed inside the smartphone - a radio module. It is she who establishes a signal with another such radio module - in another phone or terminal. After the signal is established, the owner starts the transfer, and the other party receives the information - money or files. In practice, everything is very convenient and fast. The transaction takes only 5-10 seconds. Compared with similar information transmission systems, this one is the fastest and safest.
Huawei Pay in Russia
The presented service appeared in 2021 in China. At the moment, the manufacturer plans to distribute the Huawei wallet for contactless payments in Russia. Today it is already available for use, but only for specific users.
According to preliminary information, the developer plans to initially focus on servicing two banks - Rosselkhozbank and Gazprombank, and Union Pay bank cards can be added. In the near future, MasterCard and Visa cards will not be supported. In the future, this list will be expanded and more and more owners of Huawei smartphones will be able to use this application.
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Where else can you use NFC?
The main direction is contactless payment. You can't go anywhere without her today. Almost all shops, food and entertainment establishments, and service industries have terminals. The modern line of such terminals has a radio module that accepts payments from smartphones without any problems. For this reason, users buy separate phone models. But this is not the only bonus.
Data transfer
Bluetooth fades into the background compared to NFS. This modern technology is much faster and has a higher degree of protection for transmitted content. Contacts, photos, links, notes, points on the map are transferred in a few seconds. In this case, you and the recipient will only need to click on the screen once. The system itself finds everything and establishes a connection.
But there is one peculiarity. This type is not suitable for large volume transfers. Then NFS is used only for connection. For the exchange itself, wi-fi or Bluetooth will be used.
Scanning and programming tags
A feature that many people have heard about is tags. They encrypt advertising, product composition, information about the establishment, and even advertising posters. But NFC chips will decrypt all this and redirect to a website with information. Just point the camera at the image of the mark and read what is written there. It's fast and free. It is also possible to create your own code and hide some message or link there.
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There is special software for creation - NFC Tools. Android owners can find it in the official Google Play software store. Install the program and start using it.
Contactless payment
To make payments in a contactless format, all you need is a terminal and a phone. To do this on Android, log in to Google Pay, enter the details and key to enter the card. After this, when making a payment you will only need to enter a password or fingerprint. There is another interesting and unique feature - card emulation. A card is placed in the smartphone, which acts as a pass, key or travel card. It is then read through a contactless module.
Payment systems for Huawei
Contactless payments have spread at tremendous speed in the modern world. Smartphone owners can use different applications depending on the phone model. For example, a separate service is available for Samsung holders - Samsung Pay, and for other Android owners - Android Pay.
Please note that Samsung Pay can only be installed on a phone from the same manufacturer. On Huawei you can use the Android Pay service. Just download it from Google Play. If the wallet refuses to work, then perform the installation as follows:
- Download Magisk Manager from the Google Play Store.
- After installation, reboot your system.
- Open the program and activate the Magisk Hide function in the settings.
- Reboot your Android again, then open the app and select Magisk Hide.
- Next, select "Adroid Pay".
- Reboot your device.
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How to properly configure NFS on Honor and Huawei
If you are convinced of availability, then the next task is to set up NFC on Honor and Huawei. If this is your first time doing this, follow the order of the instructions.
Step 1: Enable NFC on your smartphone
It’s easy to enable NFS on Honor and Huawei phones. Go to general settings, select an item and move the slider opposite it to the active position.
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Step 2: Install Google Pay
The Google Pay virtual wallet can be downloaded to your device from the Play Store. This software is free and is reliably protected from hacking. Therefore, providing information about payment cards there, going through authorization and saving passwords is completely safe.
Step 3: Add a card to NFC on Honor/Huawei
When you have already installed and opened Google Pay, add your payment cards there. The developers do not limit you in their number. On the main screen, click on the “Add” or “+” icon. Next, enter the details, expiration date, first and last name of the holder, and individual CVV number in the appropriate fields. Confirm your identity by verifying your phone number.
What is a Huawei wallet
The service in question is essentially no different from existing similar programs - Samsung Pay, Google Pay or Apple Pay. At the moment, Huawei Pay is not popular in the Russian Federation. Russia has become the second country, after China, in which this application will be launched.
The wallet works in the same way as in others. That is, you first need to enable the NFC function in the smartphone settings, then download and register in the program, add a card and you can use contactless payments.
Thus, Huawei Pay is a special mobile application that allows you to make contactless payments using your phone. Below we will analyze in detail the nuances of the presented service.
Additional Information
Above we have outlined the basic characteristics, which are sufficient for full use. But there are unusual situations when you have to seek professional help. Next, we will answer the top 4 asked questions in 2021.
How to unlink a card from Google Pay?
To unlink a card from Google Pay, go to the main screen of the software. At the bottom, click on “Payments”, select the card you want to delete. At the top right, click on the icon with three dots - delete payment method.
What is the maximum amount for payment without entering a password?
1000 rubles.
Does Honor 10 have NFC?
Eat. This technology is installed on almost all the latest Huawei and Honor models.
Setting up NFC on Honor phones
The presence of this option on the phone does not mean that it can be used without any settings. First, you need to activate the technology (it is disabled by default). Secondly, to pay you will have to download a special application.
It's free and available on Google Play. Thirdly, you will need to link your bank card to your profile.
Enabling NFC
The first stage of setup is to turn on the technology. This is easy to do, and you can use one of two methods. You must proceed as follows:
- Quick activation. In order not to waste time, you can use the quick access panel. First you need to call it by swiping your finger at the top of the monitor. In the menu that appears, you need to find the NFC icon, and then activate it (you can find out that the option is activated by the color change).
- Activation via settings. The NFC icon may not appear in the Quick Access toolbar. In this case, you need to go to settings and select the “Device Connection” section. In the menu that opens, go to the NFC item, and then activate the option by moving the special toggle switch.
Regardless of the chosen method, if the user has done everything correctly, the technology will become available. After this, you can proceed to the next setup step.
Installing the Google Pay app
To be able to pay for purchases using your phone, you will first need to install special software. We are talking about the Google Pay app. It was created for contactless payment for purchases without directly using a plastic card.
You can install the program as follows:
- Open Play Store on your phone.
- Enter the name of the application ( Google Pay ) into the search menu.
- Go to the page of the found program.
- Click on the “Install” button.
- Wait for the program to download and install.
- Launch it from your desktop.
This software is free and completely safe. It requires access to certain data, but is not used for fraudulent purposes.
Linking a bank card
The last setup step is to link a bank card. In order to be able to pay for purchases using the contactless method, you will need to indicate the card through which the payment will be made. You must proceed as follows:
- Launch the application.
- Select “Add card”.
- Scan the selected plastic media or enter its data manually.
- Agree to the terms of use of the service.
- Confirm your card details.
- Enter the PIN code in the application, which will be sent in a message to the user’s device.
After linking the card, the user will be able to fully use contactless payment technology. To do this, you just need to bring your phone to the device at the checkout. Please note that the NFC option must be enabled for it to work.
NFC and Bluetooth: advantages and disadvantages
How does NFC compare to other wireless technologies? One might question whether this type of wireless data transmission and reception is actually necessary, since Bluetooth has been around for quite some time. However, there are differences between the two standards. In some cases, they provide NFS with noticeable advantages.
One of the main advantages is that this technology, when compared with Bluetooth, is more beneficial in terms of energy consumption. For passive devices, NFC is an ideal solution because they can operate without a separate power source. But therein lies a drawback: NFS is significantly inferior to Bluetooth in terms of transmission range. If the NFS range is only 10 cm, then via Bluetooth you can transmit data over a distance of up to 10 meters or more. Another disadvantage is that NFS is slower than BT. The maximum data transfer rate is only 424 kbps, compared to 2.1 Mbps for Bluetooth version 2.1 or 1 Mbps for Bluetooth Low Energy.
However, where NFC is significantly superior to its competitor is connection speed. The speed advantage comes from inductive coupling and no need for manual pairing. The connection between two devices takes less than one tenth of a second. The modern Bluetooth standard also connects quite quickly, but NFC is very convenient to use for certain scenarios. First of all, we mean contactless payment.
Android Pay, Samsung Pay and even Apple Pay use NFC technology. But Bluetooth should be chosen when a connection is established between phones or tablets to transfer files, connect accessories and much more. It's safe to say that NFC will always occupy its niche in this world thanks to mobile payments - the fastest growing modern technology.
List of Honor phones with NFC module
Honor smartphones with NFC support include the following models:
- Honor 7C;
- 8A and 8X;
- 9 Lite and 9;
- 10 Lite, 10 and 10 Premium;
- Honor Play.
List of Huawei smartphones with NFC module
NFC is supported by the following Huawei models:
- Huawei P Smart;
- Nova and Nova 3;
- P9, P9 Lite and P9 Plus;
- P8 Lite;
- Ascend P2 and Ascend Mate 7.
- P10, P10 Lite and P10 Plus;
- P20 Lite, P20 and P20 Pro;
- P30 and P30 Pro.
Please note that some models may be missing from the list, especially for recently released new products.
A little about NFC tags
Once you have successfully set up the NFC function with your Honor, you can easily pay for purchases by touching your smartphone to the terminal. However, contactless payment is not the only function of NFC. There are so-called NFC tags - small stickers of different shapes and colors that have a chip built into them.
This chip is programmed using NFC Tools, which can be downloaded for free from Google Play.
The NFC Tools interface is in English, but I think you'll figure it out
