A new payment system based on smartphones called Apple Pay came into service yesterday. I have read the news here: http://money.cnn.com/2014/10/16/technology/apple-pay/index.html
The owners of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus can use their credit cards only by holding their iPhones near the register. There are several stores which allow this method of payment. The consumers don't need to be afraid that their secret codes might be lost. Each time, a new secret token will be sent to the smartphone. In this way, people can pay for things with reliable security. Also, with the technique of fingerprint scanning, it is far more practical and safe to use Apple Pay.
The special technology used in this new product is called NFC, short for Near Field Communication. The antennas in the smartphones will deliver the short radio waves with the payment data.
In my opinion, this technology is on the way of changing the way we pay for things. It will bring efficiency for us. In fact, the key to the success of Apple is to consider the users' habits in detail. Whatever makes the users enjoy easier service will catch more consumers' eyes. and drive the sales of Apple products.
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It's interesting, but if I don't have an iPhone, how can I use it? And it's only accepted by iPhone6 or plus?
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