NFC and Bluetooth are the two most common data sharing techniques. While both of them promote wireless communication, several differences exist. So, what’s the difference between NFC and Bluetooth? Bluetooth is the older of the two technologies. It was developed by Nils Rydbeck in 1989, becoming the pioneer of wireless data technology. The technique allows users to share data between nearby Bluetooth-enabled devices. On the other hand, NFC is a recent wireless data communication technology. It uses radio waves to

If you’ve ever participated in a manual asset management task, then you will opine that the exercise is overwhelming. A research study by Telsyte shows that businesses in Australia lose $4.3 billion annually due to poor asset tracking. While the statistics are gloomy, there is a ray of hope for your business! All that you need to manage your assets is a comprehensive RFID asset tracking system. This technology will enable you to account for all your assets in real-time.  If you are

If you love spending your time in hotels, you’ve likely used RFID key cards to access your guest room. Many hotels are using this technology since it makes inventory management a breeze. The guests also enjoy the unmatched convenience associated with the key cards. If you’re wondering how to select the right RFID (contactless) key cards, then this article is for you. It gives in-depth insights into RFID key cards, their working rationale, and benefits. Read on. What is an

Did you know that how you attach your RFID tags to different surfaces affect their efficacy? Well, an improperly attached tag may fail to capture the reader’s signals in time, which will result in delays. Even worse, it may fail to capture the radio waves altogether!  When this happens, your RFID tags will stop tracking your assets, and your investment will not yield the results you anticipated.  But is it all gloom? How can you attach the RFID tags for

RFID is an acronym for Radio-Frequency Identification. This is a technology that uses radio waves to transfer data.  For it to work, you must have a complete RFID system consisting of: An RFID tag/ label An RFID reader/ interrogator RFID Antenna The label contains encoded information that can be captured by the reader. However, the tag must be within an acceptable distance for the reader to capture the information. That distance is called the read range.  If the tag is

Did you know that investing in RFID tags and equipment can double your profitability? Well, this technology helps you to manage various business activities like a pro. Even better, the RFID tags come in various forms, thus enabling you to choose that which will serve your needs the best.  Some of the activities you can manage with the RFID tags and equipment include identification, inventory management, and asset tracking.  It doesn’t matter the industry you’re in; there will be a

ISO/IEC 15693 represents a series of international standards. They describe a contactless smart card’s attributes. These cards are usually present in our wallets or purse. When presented near a terminal device, they are readable and recognized. You can get some services or goods, etc. in response. These cards are also attached to bags or any other valuable items. It makes them trackable with the reading device being in the vicinity. Contactless technology most often includes a set of technologies developed

When people are at the point of selecting an RFID tag, one crucial decision they fail to put into consideration is the tag’s frequency. It is necessary to note that the RFID system’s frequency range has a tremendous effect on several performance indicators, like the interference susceptibility and the read range. Therefore, it is vital to ensure you opt for the ideal frequency that would fit your business or personal needs.   Low-Frequency RFID System           The Low-Frequency

UHF RFID technology is changing our life. Among RFID tags, UHF RFID Tag has its own distinct characteristics. And its applications are very extensive. For beginners, it is difficult to figure out RFID tags accurately. In this post, we will introduce UHF RFID tags in detail. UHF RFID Tag is one of the RFID tags, often operates at 860~960 MHz, in accordance with ISO/IEC 18000-6C(63) or ISO/IEC18000-6D(64). UHF RFID tags use the far-field radiative coupling principle or backscatter coupling principle.

When coming to Mifare cards and proximity cards, confusion is always full of our heads. We don’t know how to distinguish them because it is tough to tell them apart from appearance. Mifare cards use Mifare chips, so we call them Mifare Cards. And the most common Mifare card is M1(S50) Card. Technically, the Mifare Cards are also proximity cards. But the term “proximity card” refers to the older 125 kHz cards as distinct from the newer 13.56 MHz smart