The sensing distance of NFC application equipment will be extended by 4-6 times
The NFC Forum has recently unveiled its future development plans for NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, projecting to extend the current application range from within 5 centimeters to a distance range of 4 to 6 times further. This progress is expected to facilitate quicker communication speeds, diminish failure rates, and stimulate a broader spectrum of potential applications.
According to the NFC Forum, the extension of the sensing range signifies that users will no longer be confined to specific areas to execute mobile payments and other applications. Furthermore, it was explicated that the power transmitted via NFC for wireless charging will escalate from the existing 1W to 3W. This suggests the potential birth of an array of products utilizing NFC applications in the future.
Additionally, the blueprint for the novel NFC technology will accommodate multitasking operations. For example, it will allow a single sensing device to identify multiple gadgets or process payments. Moreover, mobile phones equipped with NFC capabilities in the future will be able to function as payment receivers. For instance, Apple’s ‘Tap to Pay’ feature can transform the iPhone into a payment instrument. Once this feature becomes a standard technical specification, it is anticipated to stimulate an increase in mobile-centric payment methods. This advancement may expedite the introduction of digital payment methods in developing nations, thereby enhancing the convenience of consumer transactions.
The NFC Forum has yet to announce the projected implementation timeline for this new technology, although completion is expected within a span of 2 to 5 years.
