How to Use NFC Tags with an iPhone (iOS)

You tap your iPhone at checkout counters every day, paying with Apple Pay in seconds. But that Near Field Communication (NFC) controller inside your iPhone can do far more than process payments.

Which NFC Chip Type is the Best?

GoToTags conducted controlled testing to compare the maximum reading distance of Near Field Communication (NFC) cards with various NFC chip types. Tests were performed with both an Apple iPhone and a mountable NFC reader to determine how each chip type performs under consistent, measurable conditions. 

What are UHF RFID ARC Certification and ALEC Validation for Walmart?

By adhering to the ARC Certification and ALEC verification requirements, suppliers can be confident that their RFID tags will integrate seamlessly with Walmart’s inventory management systems, enabling efficient tracking and management of products throughout the entire distribution network. This commitment to quality through the ARC and ALEC certification processes is a critical component of Walmart’s ongoing efforts to maintain high standards in inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Choosing UHF RFID, NFC, or Barcodes – Which are Right for You?

As tracking and identification technology advances, diverse industries can access various solutions to boost efficiency and security. This article explores UHF RFID, NFC, and barcode options, outlining their uses and limitations. Our goal at GoToTags is to help you choose the best tagging technology for your needs.

Apple Expands NFC Tag Functionality on iPhone in iOS 13

It’s June again which means another Apple WWDC event, where they announce changes to their software products with iOS 13. Over the last several years Apple has been increasing NFC functionality in the iPhone.

How to Choose Which NFC Chip for Your Project

One of the first steps in an NFC project is to choose which NFC chip type will be used in the NFC tags. Here are some practical guidelines for choosing the correct NFC chip for your project:

How to Read NFC Tags with an iPhone App with iOS 11

With Apple’s event on Sept. 12th, 2017 Apple has finally announced the new iPhone 8 and the iPhone X along with releasing iOS 11 to the general public for download on Sept. 19th 2017. iOS 11 includes an NFC SDK for iOS, Core NFC which allows for iPhone apps to read NDEF records from NFC tags.