💻 Technology 1d ago · Aamir Siddiqui

Galaxy S27 could finally catch up to the iPhone for NFC payments

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Galaxy S27 could finally catch up to the iPhone for NFC payments
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TL;DR

Starting in 2027, Samsung’s international models, such as the Galaxy S27 series, are expected to support Japan’s specific NFC-F (FeliCa) standard.
Samsung is working with East Japan Railway Company to enable Mobile Suica compatibility and Samsung Pay integration for easy balance top-ups.
This move would address a long-standing disadvantage where global Android phones lacked the offline, secure-chip hardware required for Japanese transit and retail

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