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NFC comes to the iPhone with brand new line of cases

Updated Dec 19th, 2018 8:45PM EST
iPhone Isis NFC Case Launch

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DeviceFidelity on Monday announced that even more special iPhone cases containing its near field communication (NFC) technology for Isis payments will be available in AT&T stores beginning January 31st. The Incipio Cashwrap case was already leaked last week, and was officially announced on Friday, after being demoed at CES 2014. On top of that case — which has support for iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s and will be available in multiple colors for $69 — AT&T will also stock various other models including the Isis Ready Case ($65), the Isis Ready Charging Case that also packs an extended battery ($85), and the rugged Otterbox Defender Series Mobile Wallet Case ($129).

Each case has its own NFC chip and secure element, and users will need to download the Isis Mobile Wallet iOS app to actually be able to pay wirelessly using the smartphone. The company says that the iPhone platform is the “world’s first NFC platform to be fully certified for iOS devices by Isis and major payment brands including Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover.” However, not all case models will work with all iPhone versions available in stores.

“DeviceFidelity’s technology and software will now make it possible for iPhone users to tap to pay with the Isis Mobile Wallet ,” DeviceFidelity Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder Amitaabh Malhotra. “Enabling the Isis Mobile Wallet on iPhone is the next step in ensuring safer, more secure transactions, in the hands of all consumers nationwide. Bringing this service to iPhone users is a huge step in the right direction.”

Images of the cases mentioned above follow below along with the full press release.

Isis Ready® Cases Powered by DeviceFidelity Available in AT&T Company Owned Retail Locations, Online
DeviceFidelity Technology expands the availability of mobile payments and Near Field Communication capabilities to iPhone

Richardson, TX (Jan 27, 2014) – DeviceFidelity, Inc., the world leader in plug and play mobile Near Field Communication (NFC) and security solutions, announced that starting today, its Isis Ready® NFC cases for iPhone are available online, and will be available in AT&T company owned retail locations starting on January 31.

DeviceFidelity’s patented NFC technology and software is now available to all iPhone users through a choice of Isis Ready cases and the accompanying Isis Mobile Wallet® iOS app. The Isis Ready cases for iPhone include:
– Incipio Cashwrap™ Mobile Wallet® Case – For iPhone 5 and 5S, available in Black/Pink/White
– Isis Ready Charging Case – For iPhone 4 and 4S, offering NFC and backup battery
– Isis Ready Case – For iPhone 4 and 4S users
– Incipio Cashwrap Mobile Wallet Case – For iPhone 4 and 4S, available in black, white, and pink
– Otterbox Defender Series Mobile Wallet® Case – For iPhone 4 and 4S, offering NFC and rugged protection
The Isis Mobile Wallet allows consumers to shop and pay using their mobile phone, by storing virtual versions of a customer’s eligible credit or prepaid cards, as well as offers and loyalty cards from participating merchants. Using the Isis Mobile Wallet on an iPhone is simple. Select the Isis Ready NFC case, slide the iPhone in, download the Isis Mobile Wallet app from the App Store and tap your iPhone at hundreds of thousands of merchants nationwide for a quick and easy way to pay and save. DeviceFidelity’s iPhone platform is the world’s first NFC platform to be fully certified for iOS devices by Isis and major payment brands including Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.

“DeviceFidelity’s technology and software will now make it possible for iPhone users to tap to pay with the Isis Mobile Wallet,” said Amitaabh Malhotra, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of DeviceFidelity, Inc. “Enabling the Isis Mobile Wallet on iPhone is the next step in ensuring safer, more secure transactions, in the hands of all consumers nationwide. Bringing this service to iPhone users is a huge step in the right direction.”

The different case models can be purchased at AT&T company-owned stores and online at the following prices:
– Isis Ready Case – Base mobile wallet only: $65
– Isis Ready Charging Case – Extended battery for up to 50% more hours of use: $85
– Incipio Cashwrap Black/Pink/White Mobile Wallet Case – Ultra light, multi colors: $69
– Otterbox Defender Series Mobile Wallet Case – Ruggedized for added protection: $129

About DeviceFidelity
DeviceFidelity, Inc. develops plug-and-play technologies that empower a variety of institutions to deploy their services and applications on millions of mobile phones worldwide. Its patented secure microSD and NFC cases for iPhone solutions transform popular mobile phones into interactive contactless transaction devices. DeviceFidelity is a private corporation with headquarters in Richardson (Texas) and offices in San Mateo (California), and Aix-En-Provence (France). For more information visit devicefidelity.com, follow us on Twitter @devicefidelity and at facebook.com/DeviceFidelity.

Chris Smith Senior Writer

Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2008. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he brings his entertainment expertise to Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.

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