Develop Bugs

Can the One X write to NFC stickers/tags?

Basically, if I buy some NFC tags, will I be able to program them or is the One X just a reader?
Ta

Last week I ordered 15 NFC tags, and I can program them by NFC Task Launcher

That'll do nicely thanks. Can you link to where you got your tags from please?
Cheers.

These are the tags that I have ordered on Ebay:
NFC Tags - MIFARE Ultralight Anti Metal Sticker.
I ordered this taggs because i can pay with pay-pall
But there are better tags in the trade, and that are NTAG203 taggs.

Much obliged. Will have a look.....thanks

I belive HOX is just a reader.
You can use the tags because they aready have a unique ID, and you will use that ID to link to your tasks, but I belive you cant write on it. Like clone a tag, etc.

angusbrasil said:
I belive HOX is just a reader.
You can use the tags because they aready have a unique ID, and you will use that ID to link to your tasks, but I belive you cant write on it. Like clone a tag, etc.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Clone a tag is not supported by ICS. Some guys trying to make a app that can emulate a tag (use phone instead of smart card), there is a similar theard: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1406362

I find all this NFC stuff pretty confusing! Can someone write a short guide explaining all the terminology and what the 1X can and cant do? Links to supplies, what apps can do what, that sort of thing. Or if anyone knows any good links to some sites which explain it that would be handy!

Start with this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_Field_Communication
Then this http://www.addictivetips.com/hardware/what-is-nfc-how-it-works-what-are-its-practical-applications/
Then this: http://www.slideshare.net/todbotdotcom/nfc-rfid-on-android
If you need more: http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/nfc/nfc.html

Xperia NFC Smart tags(Do not buy)

Just got my Xperia NFC tags looking to set it up to launch application but the tags only have 46bytes memory and the memory it takes to launch an App is at least 60bytes so the most you can do with these things is store a few URLs.
So I'm have to go on eBay again to find some no-name 1kb tags to do the job.

These work awesome for me usIng NFC Task Launcher. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006TGVPL2/ref=mp_s_a_5?pi=SL75&qid=1348853544&sr=8-5
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

That sucks.
Btw, does anyone know where to buy a package of 5 or 10 all black NFC stickers?
I found packages that have several colors, but not all one color.
I could probably just use a black marker on them but that would look, dorky.

As far as I know those xperia tags are only made to trigger a procedure saved on the xperia phone and nothing more.
You can try samsung tectiles but they are only available in the us, so is the official app over playstore. (5 pcs about 15$)
Samsung is starting pi***ng me of with the accesories.
Sent from my GT-N8000 using xda app-developers app

Just ordered 2 1kb tags for £1.10 each from eBay and they should do the same job as more expensive tags because it's mainly just memory capacity that matters.

CZ Eddie said:
That sucks.
Btw, does anyone know where to buy a package of 5 or 10 all black NFC stickers?
I found packages that have several colors, but not all one color.
I could probably just use a black marker on them but that would look, dorky.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Haven't seen black but there's a few all white 5 packs of NFC stickers on eBay for around $5.30

Crap i bought those and they are on the way
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

Hi,
You could take a look at AutomateIt (Pro). It has the possibility to trigger a list of tasks, like launching apps, when scanning an NFC tag.
As far as I know, the NFC Tag can even be formatted, AutomateIt only needs the tag ID, so size shouldn't be an issue here.
Bye,
Lutz

I've bought bulk NFC tags from www.tagstand.com and www.tagsfordroid.com
Both have worked without any issues using Tasker or NFC Task Launcher and they're pretty cheap. Haven't seen any all black NFC tags (Besides the Xperia ones) but you could ask them about it. I know tagstand does do custom type tags but you need to email them.

Jainyankee1993 said:
Crap i bought those and they are on the way
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah I'm almost never taken in by brand names but I bought these without thinking because they cheap and got the Xperia brand on, and I feel a bit stupid for not doing my research on NFC tags.

Geordie Lad said:
Just ordered 2 1kb tags for £1.10 each from eBay and they should do the same job as more expensive tags because it's mainly just memory capacity that matters.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Where did you get them? I can only find the ones that claim to be original..

All tags that are not locked write protected and can be reprogrammed regardless of size, even those from xperia, sometime one app is unable to perform certain functions, whiles other can.
I had these NFC tags which I got from china shenzhen metro for USD 0.32 each, yes these tags are used to travel on the metro link, just like buying a ticket, but can be used for NFC functions, but only have 24kb usable space, can only be used enough for a few url, toggle BT, wifi or simple functions.
With certain app, it will not allow me to format and reuse them, including the NFC task launcher, other app will work and once formatted, it will work with most apps including NFC task launcher.
hope this helps.

Jammy959 said:
Where did you get them? I can only find the ones that claim to be original..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
For all I know it is fake, but it doesn't matter because it holds the same memory as original and the point I'm making is they completely useless for doing much of anything, and I bought it from eBay.

Mifare 1k NFC Tags from Ebay
Ebay is where I got Mifare 1k NFC Tags: www ebay.com/itm/150885916919
It ships from China, and takes about 2-3 weeks to ship it to US.
I have used both NFC Task Launcher and AnyTag and works flawlessly.

I am a bit surprised by the original post in this thread.
I took delivery of an Xperia T 2 weeks ago and bought a set of 4 Xperia Smart Tags last week.
When I get in the car the tag turns on my bluetooth and starts up sygic navigation.
And this is not using any third party software just the smart connect that was on the phone when I got it.
So the tags are certainly big enough to launch an app if used on the phones they were intended for.
This sounds like a limitation of the S3 not the tags

Which NFC tags does everyone use?

I want to try out some nfc tags and apps. Which tags are peopke using with which apps? I want to be able to turn toggle bluetooth, wifi, and gps when I get in and out of my car. Maybe a few other things.
Thanks!

I dont know even how to use that????

I had just purchased some tags from tagsfordroid.com after reading this post on what all can be done with NFC - http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/10vipw/android_just_blows_me_away_sometimes_nfc/

I just ordered 10 tags from droidtiles.com. I was more interested in adhesive tags rather than keychain tags, so at $11 for 10 of them, you can't go wrong. Paid an extra $2 to ship to Canada. Can report back once I try 'em out.

i bought the official Samsung TecTiles. the only thing that sucks about them is that you need an app (that isn't compatible with the Nexus 7) to read the configuration (unless it's supposed to work that way).
i originally read about someone's setup, where they allowed the vistor to scan the NFC tag to connect to a protected Wi-Fi, but what's the point of that if you have to download an app first before being able to scan the tag?

For basic stuff like open website, or transfer a vcard you don't need any apps and works on every phone blackberry included..
Anything else.. You need an app...
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda premium

NFC Task Launcher
Sent from my SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

evilmonkey1987 said:
I just ordered 10 tags from droidtiles.com. I was more interested in adhesive tags rather than keychain tags, so at $11 for 10 of them, you can't go wrong. Paid an extra $2 to ship to Canada. Can report back once I try 'em out.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Received them yesterday (pretty quick given that the tags were shipped from Hawaii and I'm in Toronto). They works like a charm. Highly recommended and much cheaper than TecTiles. Watch out if you're a TacTiles user, there's not enough memory on them, so they don't work with the tectiles app. Work perfectly with NFC Task Launcher though.

evilmonkey1987 said:
Received them yesterday (pretty quick given that the tags were shipped from Hawaii and I'm in Toronto). They works like a charm. Highly recommended and much cheaper than TecTiles. Watch out if you're a TacTiles user, there's not enough memory on them, so they don't work with the tectiles app. Work perfectly with NFC Task Launcher though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You will want the Mifare 1k size to use with the Tectiles app.

NFC tags

Anyone know which ones work the best for this phone? Or could I just get any cheap kind and use them. I've never messed with nfc tags so I wouldnt know
Sent from the Professional Optimus..

The cheap ones should work... Do you know what you want to use them for? Some have more or less memory, some are lockable, etc.

jesi.james said:
Anyone know which ones work the best for this phone? Or could I just get any cheap kind and use them. I've never messed with nfc tags so I wouldnt know
Sent from the Professional Optimus..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The Optimus G should be able to use both MiFare Classic and NTAG203 tags which are the 2 cheapest kinds. MiFare Classic tends to be the cheapest but don't work with some devices such as Nexus 4. However if you intend to only use the tags with your own phone, then MiFare would be the cheapest option.
Some more info about NFC tags in general:
http://www.shop4nfc.com/what-is-nfc

mgd76 said:
The cheap ones should work... Do you know what you want to use them for? Some have more or less memory, some are lockable, etc.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I was just looking to make ones that turn gps and bluetooth and open google maps and such for my car
Robogar said:
The Optimus G should be able to use both MiFare Classic and NTAG203 tags which are the 2 cheapest kinds. MiFare Classic tends to be the cheapest but don't work with some devices such as Nexus 4. However if you intend to only use the tags with your own phone, then MiFare would be the cheapest option.
Some more info about NFC tags in general:
http://www.shop4nfc.com/what-is-nfc
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks! Will look into it
Sent from the Professional Optimus..

NFC Implant GT-I9505

Hey everyone, So I want to get an NFC chip implanted into my hand, don't ask why, ill think of a reason later.
For now I just want somebody more knowledgeable than I to tell me if this tag I am looking at [xM1 [Mifare S50 2x12mm Glass Tag]] Would be compatible with the broadcom NFC chip in my Galaxy S4 I9505?
It says on the page, " 13.56MHz ISO/IEC 14443-A Mifare S50 1K RFID chipset "
I believe there is a rule I cannot post links to pages with products for sale ?
Its from a site called dangerous things, as that's the first I found selling implantable chips..
Share with me your information please And thank you in advance!
And while im at it, Im trying to think of some cool uses for it, Is it possible to write to it something that lets me use it to pay for things ?
I have heard of people that do this..

As far as i know the broadcom nfc chip does not support the mifare protocol. You may be able to write NDEF data to it but i don't think you will be able to use the original mifare protocol.
Also i suggest you look into chips who can run you custom code like javacard

Factionwars said:
As far as i know the broadcom nfc chip does not support the mifare protocol. You may be able to write NDEF data to it but i don't think you will be able to use the original mifare protocol.
Also i suggest you look into chips who can run you custom code like javacard
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmm, Alright, Thanks for that info!
Cant seem to find any non-Mifare 12x2 glass chips, so looks like ill have to wait :/

CountParadox said:
Hmm, Alright, Thanks for that info!
Cant seem to find any non-Mifare 12x2 glass chips, so looks like ill have to wait :/
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
We will have an NTAG203 based option coming to Dangerous Things soon... perhaps via a kickstarter. The NTAG203 is a NFC Type 2 compliant tag, meaning it will work with any certified NFC device or mobile phone.

ishmell said:
We will have an NTAG203 based option coming to Dangerous Things soon... perhaps via a kickstarter. The NTAG203 is a NFC Type 2 compliant tag, meaning it will work with any certified NFC device or mobile phone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I would be extremely interested in this.

Mifare Classic is a proprietary format, s4 does support mifare ultralight.
Beamed from my Maguro

Mach3.2 said:
Mifare Classic is a proprietary format, s4 does support mifare ultralight.
Beamed from my Maguro
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
what about samsung s3?

zuluman said:
what about samsung s3?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
A quick Google search will tell you the results. If the s3 uses a NXP NFC controller, then it can read mifare classic cards, of not it will throw a error.
Beamed from my Maguro

Mach3.2 said:
Mifare Classic is a proprietary format, s4 does support mifare ultralight.
Beamed from my Maguro
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
sorry duble replly

Mach3.2 said:
A quick Google search will tell you the results. If the s3 uses a NXP NFC controller, then it can read mifare classic cards, of not it will throw a error.
Beamed from my Maguro
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
In other words yes.

Please don't do this. It might seem cool, but there are implications far beyond what you can possibly imagine.
Sent from my DROID RAZR MAXX HD

abuttino said:
Please don't do this. It might seem cool, but there are implications far beyond what you can possibly imagine.
Sent from my DROID RAZR MAXX HD
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
such as ?

God, all these NFC tags are so small. 150ish bytes? What year are we in... Hell, I read a press release about some company 2k type 4 NFC chips, but every tag I find online is a tiny ntag203... I can't even save my contact info on one of those things.
Sent from my DROID MAXX via Tapatalk 4.

Casen said:
God, all these NFC tags are so small. 150ish bytes? What year are we in... Hell, I read a press release about some company 2k type 4 NFC chips, but every tag I find online is a tiny ntag203... I can't even save my contact info on one of those things.
Sent from my DROID MAXX via Tapatalk 4.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can get DESfire EV1 tags on eBay, 8k. But it's slow..
Sent from my GT-I9505 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

I've got an implant from dangerousthings. The guy who runs it is very intelligent, very well connected to all the right people, tech, body mod, health, etc.
I've had it in for probably about a month, I got it a day before we started our trip to burning man, and even out there with so little time to heal it was fine.
I love NFC and have been writing all kinds if crazy apps that utilize it, so the tag gets a ton of use. I'm planning on getting an NFC door lock and building and NFC auto start for my car. There are soany awesome things you can do with NFC, and having a secure one on you at all times is pretty awesome.
I also have a magnet in theother hand. h

abuttino said:
Please don't do this. It might seem cool, but there are implications far beyond what you can possibly imagine.
Sent from my DROID RAZR MAXX HD
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No seriously, please elaborate.
r2DoesInc said:
I've got an implant from dangerousthings. The guy who runs it is very intelligent, very well connected to all the right people, tech, body mod, health, etc.
I've had it in for probably about a month, I got it a day before we started our trip to burning man, and even out there with so little time to heal it was fine.
I love NFC and have been writing all kinds if crazy apps that utilize it, so the tag gets a ton of use. I'm planning on getting an NFC door lock and building and NFC auto start for my car. There are soany awesome things you can do with NFC, and having a secure one on you at all times is pretty awesome.
I also have a magnet in theother hand. h
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What are some uses you can come up with ?
I can't use the mifare S50 chip they sell Dx
Sent from my GT-I9505 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

CountParadox said:
No seriously, please elaborate.
What are some uses you can come up with ?
I can't use the mifare S50 chip they sell Dx
Sent from my GT-I9505 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Damn. XDA cut a ton of my reply out.
So, first off, ignore the "implications" guy. I cant tell you how many times ive heard its the mark of the beast, or that its a tracking device, or that its a dna harvester, etc etc. Cant beat crazy.
Anyways, I am an app developer, look up my name on the market. I LOVE NFC, most of my newer apps use NFC in some way. I have an app called NFCSecure that locks your device unless you have the nfc tag you setup as a key. thats a pretty big one.
Also tag a hue. turns tags into light switches for hue lights. i can lay in bed, scan my tag and if my light is off, it goes on and vice versa.
My ltest app is nfcvault. uses the tag as an encryption key for passwords, pins, etc.
https://market.android.com/search?q=r2doesinc&c=apps

r2DoesInc said:
Damn. XDA cut a ton of my reply out.
So, first off, ignore the "implications" guy. I cant tell you how many times ive heard its the mark of the beast, or that its a tracking device, or that its a dna harvester, etc etc. Cant beat crazy.
Anyways, I am an app developer, look up my name on the market. I LOVE NFC, most of my newer apps use NFC in some way. I have an app called NFCSecure that locks your device unless you have the nfc tag you setup as a key. thats a pretty big one.
Also tag a hue. turns tags into light switches for hue lights. i can lay in bed, scan my tag and if my light is off, it goes on and vice versa.
My ltest app is nfcvault. uses the tag as an encryption key for passwords, pins, etc.
https://market.android.com/search?q=r2doesinc&c=apps
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
haha yeah, I just wanted to hear what they had to say, xD Dont you find the stories funny ?
Oooh nice, Ill have a look see through some of your apps. They look pretty cool!
You should make one that encrypts data like images or videos or documents that requires an NFC tag to decrypt! /wouldBuy 10/10

CountParadox said:
haha yeah, I just wanted to hear what they had to say, xD Dont you find the stories funny ?
Oooh nice, Ill have a look see through some of your apps. They look pretty cool!
You should make one that encrypts data like images or videos or documents that requires an NFC tag to decrypt! /wouldBuy 10/10
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
just finished my proof of concept app for file encryption via nfc. will be rolling it into nfcvault in time.

r2DoesInc said:
I've got an implant from dangerousthings. The guy who runs it is very intelligent, very well connected to all the right people, tech, body mod, health, etc.
I've had it in for probably about a month, I got it a day before we started our trip to burning man, and even out there with so little time to heal it was fine.
I love NFC and have been writing all kinds if crazy apps that utilize it, so the tag gets a ton of use. I'm planning on getting an NFC door lock and building and NFC auto start for my car. There are soany awesome things you can do with NFC, and having a secure one on you at all times is pretty awesome.
I also have a magnet in theother hand. h
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I hope you never handle my hard drive.