Tag: nfc
Security Check – Just How Safe Is It To Use NFC?
While many of us believe that some high-tech type of magic casts a mysterious spell every time we use a tap-and-go service such as Amiibo, Google Wallet and Apple Pay, the functionality behind these services is actually much simpler. Put in layman’s terms without any confusing jargon, the process in ...
The Mobile Wallet Is Transforming Consumer Culture
It’s time to throw out that old, ratty wallet, cut up those plastic credit cards, and tear your dollar bills into little pieces. Okay, that’s a bit dramatic. What these actions represent, however, is the digital revolution of payment. In recent years, the development of the mobile wallet has become ...
![QR Codes vs. NFC: The Battle For Your Mobile Wallet [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/qr-codes-nfc-communication-infographic-optimized.jpg "QR Codes vs. NFC: The Battle For Your Mobile Wallet [Infographic]")
QR Codes vs. NFC: The Battle For Your Mobile Wallet [Infographic]
It's a little bizarre to think that in a decade from now (or probably before), the traditional wallet will be pretty much extinct. By then, most of us will use our smartphones as our wallets, just like we use our phones for everything else. The term 'mobile wallet' makes me think we'll still hold on ...
Groundbreaking NFC Ring Enables Real Life Sci-Fi Features
The usefulness of NFC (Near Field Communication) devices is increasing every day. We've seen this feature in a growing number of smartphones lately, and it's unlikely that it will stop anytime soon. What makes NFC so interesting is its seamless integration and communication with other devices. For e ...
![10,000 Computer Generated iPhone 5s Fall Like Dominoes [Video]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/iphone-5-dominoes-fall-1-optimized.jpg "10,000 Computer Generated iPhone 5s Fall Like Dominoes [Video]")
10,000 Computer Generated iPhone 5s Fall Like Dominoes [Video]
We've seen a lot of things fall like dominoes over the years, but this is a first for 10,000 iPhones. I would like to tell you that each one of these iPhones was meticulously placed in perfect alignment so this incredible maze could fall to perfection, but these are CG iPhones. On second thought, th ...
![Compared Mobile Payment Options For Merchants/Consumers [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/mobile-payment-options-puchases-infographic-optimized.jpg "Compared Mobile Payment Options For Merchants/Consumers [Infographic]")
Compared Mobile Payment Options For Merchants/Consumers [Infographic]
When it comes to mobile shopping, I think the years 2011 and 2012 will always be remembered as the time when it really took off. I remember a decade ago when my mother told me, "Don't ever type your credit card number into the computer because you'll get scammed." We've come a long way since then. N ...
ShareTapes Revamp Retro Music Mixtapes With Today’s Technology
Unfortunately the times when we sat down and compiled our music mixtapes are long gone. It's a shame really. Who doesn't remember the retro feeling of receiving a mixtape from a friend who told you all about the similar taste in music you both had? Today that is rare, and friendships are based on co ...
CalypsoKey Adds An NFC Case & Functionality To The iPhone
As we all know, the iPhone doesn't come with an NFC component feature yet. Maybe this will change in the future, we just don't know. But the fact remains that people are using NFC (Near Field Communication) functions more and more. It is said to replace our wallets in the future, but it will also en ...
How To: Make An NFC-Enabled Phone Charging Dock From Old Books
If you don't mind carving up an old book, this is such a creative phone charging dock. If you have an iPhone, you can just skip the whole part about NFC, but if you have an NFC-enabled Android phone, you might want to have some extra fun and add an NFC component to your dock, which you'll be able to ...
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