Transform your iPhone into a real-time drone detection tool. See nearby drones, monitor their activity, and gain visibility into the skies. Enhance detection range with an optional dedicated hardware detector.
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Easily read and write to NFC tags using your phone. This app supports various tag types including text, URLs, contacts, and HomeKit scenes. It also offers accessibility features, Siri Shortcuts, widgets, and iMessage extensions for convenient tag management and automation.
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NFC Tools & RFID Scanner
writer & reader & tag
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This app allows you to read, write, and manage NFC and RFID tags with advanced features. It supports various tag types, offers deep tag data analysis, and enables writing standardized data like contact info, Wi-Fi, and URLs. It also includes QR code scanning and a Bluetooth-based finder for lost devices.
Read and write NFC Forum tag typesDecode RFID/HID tagsAnalyze tag data (manufacturer, memory, permissions)
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Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. View memory content, manufacturer data, and protocol specifications. Export scan results to PDF or CSV for documentation and research.
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Tap2Interact
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This utility app allows users to scan NFC tags to unlock contextual experiences. It's designed for interactive events, retail, and marketing campaigns, providing a seamless way to engage with physical objects.
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Smart NFC Tools: Read & Write
The best NFC Reader and Writer
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Easily read, inspect, and modify NFC tags with this intuitive tool. Write to tags in various formats to trigger actions like opening websites or making calls. Prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely offline.
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Bluefruit Connect
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Wirelessly connect your iOS device to Adafruit Bluefruit LE modules. Control projects, send sensor data, and communicate via UART or CircuitPython. Features include a control pad, NeoPixel control, and a serial plotter.
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Allflex Connect
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This app wirelessly connects to handheld readers to scan and record animal identification tags and monitoring devices. It allows for the creation of custom animal information lists and exports data in a CSV file for easy integration with other software.
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Air Scanner by Qrayon
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Transform your mobile device into a wireless HD document camera. Easily share physical materials from books, objects, or magazines in real-time to a web browser on the same network. Ideal for presentations, lectures, and demonstrations without needing specialized hardware.
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