A software application designed for the Android operating system enables mobile devices to interact with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags. This interaction typically involves reading data stored on RFID tags using the device’s near-field communication (NFC) capabilities or an external RFID reader connected via Bluetooth or USB. For example, a logistics company might utilize such an application to scan RFID tags attached to packages, facilitating inventory tracking and management.
The utility of these applications lies in their ability to bring RFID technology to a portable and versatile platform. Historically, RFID reading required dedicated hardware, limiting accessibility. The advent of these applications expanded the potential uses to various sectors, including retail inventory management, asset tracking, healthcare, and access control, making data collection and management more efficient and mobile.
