iOS 11 allows iPhones 7, 8 and X to read NFC tags. iPhones 6 and 6S can be used to make NFC payments, but not to read NFC tags. Apple only allows NFC tags to be read by apps – there is no native support for reading NFC tags, just yet.
How do I turn on NFC on my iPhone X?
How to use NFC on the iPhone
- First open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Then select the option “Control Center”.
- Scroll down and tap the green plus button to the left of “NFC Tag Reader”.
Where is the NFC on iPhone X?
The NFC antenna on the iPhone X is located on the top edge.
