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Does my phone have NFC?

Updated over 2 months ago

🔍Quick answer:

Bookcase by Astropad uses NFC (Near Field Communication) to trigger customized actions when your phone is placed into the stand. Your phone needs NFC capabilities to work with Bookcase's smart features.

📲What Bookcase can do:

  • iPhone: Launch apps, enable Do Not Disturb, adjust brightness (via Shortcuts app)

  • Android: Launch apps and select preferred actions (via Bookcase app)

✅ How to Check if Your Phone Has NFC

🔍 Universal Methods

Method 1: Settings Search

  1. Open your phone's Settings

  2. Type "NFC" in the search bar

  3. If NFC appears in results → Your phone has NFC

Method 2: Check Specifications

  • Visit your phone manufacturer's website

  • Look up your exact phone model

  • Check if NFC is listed in the specifications

📱Compatible Phone Types with NFC

Google Pixel Phone Instructions

  1. Open Settings

  2. Search for "NFC"

  3. If you see NFC in results → Tap to turn it On

  4. Manage settings: Connected devices > Connection preferences > NFC

Don't see NFC option? Your device isn't compatible.

Samsung Android Phone Instructions

  1. Open Settings

  2. Go to Connections

  3. Look for "NFC and contactless payments"

  4. Toggle it On

Don't see NFC option? Your device isn't compatible

Apple iPhones

📋 NFC-Compatible Phone List

Google Phones (Pixel Series)

  1. Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro

  2. Pixel 7, Pixel 6, Pixel 5

  3. Pixel 4a, Pixel 3a

Samsung Phones

Galaxy S Series:

  1. S24 Ultra, S24+, S24

  2. S23 Ultra, S23+, S23

  3. S22 Ultra, S22+, S22

  4. S21 Ultra 5G, S21+ 5G, S21 5G

  5. S20 Ultra, S20+, S20

  6. S10+, S10, S10e

  7. S9+, S9, S8+, S8

  8. S7 Edge, S7, S6 series, S5, S4 series, S3 series

Galaxy Z Series:

  1. Z Flip5, Z Fold5

  2. Z Flip4, Z Fold4

  3. Z Flip3 5G, Z Fold3 5G

  4. Z Flip, Z Flip 5G, Fold2 5G, Fold 5G

Galaxy A Series:

  1. A54 5G, A34 5G, A14 5G, A14 (2023)

  2. A53 5G, A33 5G, A13, A03, A03s (2022)

  3. A52s 5G, A52 5G, A22 5G, A72

  4. A32 5G, A12, A02 (2021)

  5. Plus many more A-series models from 2016-2021

Galaxy Note Series:

  1. Note20 Ultra 5G, Note20 5G, Note20

  2. Note10+ 5G, Note10+, Note10, Note10 Lite

  3. Note9, Note8, Note5, Note4, Note3 series

Apple Phones

Other Brands

OnePlus:

  1. OnePlus 9, OnePlus 8

  2. OnePlus Nord series

Xiaomi:

  1. Mi Series: Mi 10-13 (Pro/Ultra variants)

  2. Redmi Series: Note 8 Pro through Note 12 Pro

  3. Poco Series: X3 NFC, F2 Pro, F3, F4

🎯 Ready to Use Bookcase?

Your phone has NFC? You're all set to enjoy Bookcase's smart features!

📖 What's next:

  1. Ensure NFC is enabled on your device

  2. Set up automations (iPhone) or actions (Android)

  3. Place your phone in Bookcase to trigger your custom setup

🆘 Need Help?

Still have questions about NFC compatibility or setting up Bookcase?

📧 Contact our Support Team: [email protected]

We're here to help you get the most out of your Bookcase experience! 🚀


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