Google silently removes NFC Smart Unlock feature on Android device

Google has stopped supporting NFC Smart Unlock - a feature that allows users to unlock Android phones with NFC smart devices.

The worst thing is that this feature has been silently removed without a warning or explanation from the Google giant. While NFC Unlock is still listed as a feature available in the Nexus and Pixel device manuals, Google has not given any formal notice on this issue.

NFC short-range communication devices (near-field communication) can interact wirelessly with other devices such as smartphones, computers or electronic locks within a distance of 4cm. Devices such as NFC Ring outside the role is a key to opening smartphones and tablets, it can also be used as jewelry or fashion accessories.

Earlier this month, many Android users complained that they could not use this NFC Unlock feature. After several weeks, Google only answered loudly: New users have objected to the SmartLock NFC feature.

According to Redditor, NFC Smart Unlock feature will no longer be available to any user who created or set up a new Google account from July or August this year onwards. Those who still have access to this feature may not log out or update the device if they do not want this feature to disappear.

Removing the NFC feature in Google's Android device is quite surprising because in the past few years, NFC has proven its potential in many areas from transportation to medicine, .

In this regard, Google needs to give a specific explanation, otherwise the company will not be able to please its customers.