Shout About Mobiles

Nokia are now really starting to push the NFC technology. NFC stands for Near Field Technology, which means that devices can transfer information just by being near or ‘tapping’ each other. This is mainly expected to be used for ease of transferring pictures, videos and music, but it is hoped to use it for billing transactions, were you can swipe your phone to make a payment. For all those geeks out there, you may also like to know that the NFC technology is kinda like an upgrade of the RFID which is a already existing proximity card standard.

Nokia have released their third device that includes this technology, with the Nokia 6216 classic. But being the third isn’t that important, what is important about this device is the fact that it now uses SIM orientated information. This means that we are one step closer to being able to just pay for everything with only your mobiles. That means that when you forget your wallet, you can still buy lunch or fill the car with petrol – fewer things to take with you as you go about your day.

However, my phone bills are big enough as it is, without having the option to use it as a credit card! So I may have to restrict myself and not get a phone like this. (

The Nokia 6216 is a pretty basic, mid-range handset, with a 2MP camera and only the standard features – this new technology is the only thing that sets it apart.