What’s New in Core NFC

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NFC Tag Requirements

• NDEF formatted NFC tags ( Type 1 ~ 5 )
• 1 URL record with Apple Universal Link
• https://developer.apple.com/ios/universal-links

How it works

• Scan for compatible NDEF message NFC tag
• Generates Notifications
• App receives NSUserActivity via UIAppliacationDelegate

Availability

• iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR
• Any time screen is on, except:
  - Device has never been unlocked
  - Core NFC reader session active
  - Apple Pay Wallet in use
  - Video camera in use
  - Airplane mode enabled

Handling NFC tag delivery in your app

• Step 1 — Register Associated Domains in Capabilities

• Step 2 — Adopt application(_:continue:restorationHandler:) in UIApplicationDelegate protocol

• Step 3 — Access ndefMessagePayload property of NSUserAcitivity

Default URL schemes