# What NFC Tags Work with iPhone ## Understanding iPhone NFC Compatibility **What NFC tags work with iPhone** is a common question among users looking to leverage Near Field Communication technology with their Apple devices. Since the iPhone 7, Apple has gradually expanded NFC capabilities beyond Apple Pay. Today, most modern iPhones can read and interact with various NFC tags, though with some important limitations compared to Android devices. From my personal experience automating my home and office, I've discovered that iPhones work particularly well with specific NFC tag types. My background in smart home integration gave me an unexpected advantage in testing dozens of tag varieties to find the most reliable options for iOS users. ## iPhone-Compatible NFC Tag Types ### NTAG213 NFC Tags - **Memory Capacity**: 144 bytes - **Chip Code**: NTAG213 - **Recommended Applications**: Business cards, small URLs, contact information - **Compatibility**: Excellent with all iPhones from iPhone 7 onward ### NTAG215 NFC Tags - **Memory Capacity**: 504 bytes - **Chip Code**: NTAG215 - **Recommended Applications**: Product authentication, medium-sized data storage - **iPhone Performance**: Works reliably with Shortcuts automation ### NTAG216 NFC Tags - **Memory Capacity**: 888 bytes - **Chip Code**: NTAG216 - **Recommended Applications**: Larger data payloads, multimedia links - **iOS Integration**: Fully compatible with iPhone NFC reading capabilities ### **Technical Specifications Reference**: - **NTAG213 Dimensions**: Standard 25mm round, 1mm thickness - **NTAG215 Dimensions**: 30mm diameter, 0.8mm thickness - **NTAG216 Dimensions**: 35mm diameter, 1.2mm thickness - **Operating Frequency**: 13.56 MHz - **Data Transfer Rate**: 106 kbit/s - **Write Cycles**: Approximately 100,000 *Note: These technical parameters are reference data. For exact specifications, please contact backend management.* ## Practical Applications and Creative Uses ### Home Automation Success Story My personal breakthrough came when I programmed NTAG215 tags to control my smart home ecosystem. Placing a tag by my front door that triggers "Arrive Home" scene (lights, thermostat, music) demonstrated how **what NFC tags work with iPhone** translates to practical convenience. ### Entertainment Integration For movie nights, I've embedded NTAG