# Touchless Transfer NFC technology is spreading, offering convenient, contact-free communication. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Nov 6, 2012 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/touchless-transfer ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Touchless Transfer trend? **Touchless Transfer:** Already a prominent form of data interchange and communication in Europe and Asia, near field communication (NFC) is sweeping across the United States, as more tech designers and brands include the innovative technology into their products and marketing methods. Providing consumers with the next level of convenience and touchless living, NFC, which enables contactless communication between mobile devices and NFC tags, stand to revolutionize a plethora of everyday activities, such as unlocking your door, paying for groceries, or interacting with advertisements. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 21 to Oct 13, 2012 - Published: Nov 6, 2012 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Many to Many](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/many-to-many) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Touchless Transfer trend ### Near Field Communication Technology The rise in NFC technology is revolutionising everyday activities such as unlocking doors or paying for groceries. ### Touchless Living Consumers crave more convenience and touchless living experiences due to the increase in NFC and other touchless technologies like SmartTags and Programmable Mobile Stickers. ### Self-Updating Business Cards Networking takes a new twist with NFC-enabled business cards that automatically update contact information across social media platforms and online media presence. ## What the Touchless Transfer trend means for industry ### For Retail The retail industry can integrate NFC technology to provide contactless payments and to offer an easier and faster shopping experience to customers. ### For Technology The increasing popularity of NFC technology provides a wide range of opportunities for technological advancements and innovation. ### For Marketing/Advertising Marketers can utilise NFC technology and touchless living trends to redefine advertising strategies and offer more seamless, personalised experiences to customers. ## Trend signals for Touchless Transfer Trend score 3.4 out of 10, from popularity 55%, activity 38%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 55% - Activity: 38% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Touchless Transfer trend 6 featured examples from Jan 21 to Oct 13, 2012. - [Self-Updating Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nfc-business-cards): The NFC Business Cards Keep Your Contacts Connected (Category: Marketing) Implication: Potential for printing companies to offer NFC-enabled business card services, allowing customers to create customizable, self-updating cards. - [Magic 8 Ball Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srsbtv5-speaker): The SRS-BTV5 Speaker from Sony Promises Portable Functionality (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to innovate and produce portable sound devices and accessories. - [Universal Device Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nf-tab-by-michael-imbert): The NF Tab by Michael Imbert Enables Control Over All of Your Electronics (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry could benefit from incorporating NFC technology into multiple devices to create holistic control solutions. - [Phone-Manipulating Tokens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-smarttags): Sony Xperia SmartTags Help You Perform Functions Quickly (Category: Tech) Implication: The mobile technology industry can capitalize on the SmartTag trend by creating innovative NFC-enabled tokens that enhance phone functionality and user experience. - [Programmable Mobile Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-tectiles): The Samsung TecTiles are Practical and Easy to Use (Category: Tech) - [Digital Phone Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yale-locks): Yale Locks Lets You Use Your BlackBerry to Unlock Your Door (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smartphone technology and secure access systems to create more convenient and reliable home security solutions. ## Recent trend clusters - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Autumn Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autumn-teasers) (Business) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) ## Trending in Autos - [Vintage Motoring Rally Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolomites-classic-run) - [Flagship Electric SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/BYD-Sealion) - [Integrated Robotaxi Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Integrated-Robotaxi-Networks) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)