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STMicroelectronics Introduces Cost-Efficient NFC Transceiver

Enables new application areas and eases customer interaction.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Contributing Editor, Coatings World and Ink World

The ST25R3918 from STMicroelectronics is a multi-purpose NFC transceiver supporting passive peer-to-peer functionality and NFC card-emulation mode as well as NFC reader operation.

Delivering most of the functionality of the flagship ST25R3916 NFC reader at a highly competitive price, the ST25R3918 enables use cases such as accessory identification for a wide range of applications including power tools and personal healthcare devices where the ST25R3918 interacts seamlessly with ST25 tags. Its close relationship to the ST25R3916 simplifies hardware design and certification.

End customers can use their phones to interact with applications that utilize the ST25R3918, including using a simple tap to start apps on the phone. 

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