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Articles tagged with: Near Field Communication and Abi Research
Non-NFC Mobile Commerce Transactions to Total $1.6 Billion in 2009
According to new data from ABI Research, in 2009 the value of mobile commerce transacted via non-NFC (non-Near Field Communication) methods will total $1.6 billion, while mobile commerce conducted via NFC will be minimal. more
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NFC Not an Answer for Mobile Payments, But Alternatives Offer Promise
Once, NFC (Near Field Communication) was the leading contender among technologies that could enable mobile payments. But NFC has developed more slowly than anticipated, and will not offer viable large-scale mobile payment solutions for at least six years. In the mean time three existing technologies - SMS, mobile Internet and downloadable mobile applications - have the potential to deliver what NFC (so far) cannot. more
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20% of Mobile Phones Will Include Near Field Communication by 2012
In its latest analysis of the Near Field Communication market, ABI Research forecasts that by 2012, some 292 million handsets ? just over 20 percent of the global mobile handset market ? will ship with built in NFC capabilities. more
NFC-Enabled Cellular Terminal Forecast Downgraded
In recognition of continuing challenges surrounding the contactless payments business model for mobile operators, ABI Research has adjusted its forecast for Near Field Communications (NFC)-enabled cellular phones downwards to 450 million units in 2011, representing nearly 30% of handsets shipped worldwide in that year. more
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