We have no complaints with our iPhone 5, but if you were among those disappointed that the handset didn't introduce near-field communication (NFC) to iOS, a new Kickstarter campaign might be just what you're looking for.
Flomio has launched a Kickstarter preorder campaign for the FloJack, a unique NFC-enabled reader and writer that brings the coveted wireless technology to iOS users at last.
Available for the iPhone 4, 4S or 5, fourth or fifth-generation iPod touch and iPad 2 or higher, the FloJack is a small dongle that plugs into the 3.5mm headphone jack of these compatible iOS devices and just like magic, enables NFC on that device.
“We’re extremely excited to invite iOS customers to the NFC party,” says Richard Grundy, Founder of Flomio. “We see a future where all mobile devices interact in the NFC ecosystem, and we want all mobile users involved now. Since Apple didn’t include NFC in its latest iPhone version -- that’s where we come in. The possibilities are endless.”
Well, maybe not quite endless -- after all, you'll need an app capable of reading or writing an NFC tag on another device, which can include transferring content, photos, videos and more just by touching them together.
The FloJack is expected to ship in March, 2013 for a suggested retail price of $59.99, and those eager to get on board today can invest in the company's Kickstarter campaign to secure their place in line.
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