8 recommended SIM fleece smartphones that can use Osaifu-Keitai with FeliCa | bitWave

Many people may choose a smartphone that can use "Osaifu-Keitai" to start a cashless life using a smartphone.

To use Osaifu-Keitai, it is necessary to have a function called "Felica", but many people do not know about Felica in the first place.

Therefore, this time, we will explain about Felica, which is essential for using Osaifu-Keitai, and introduce SIM fleece smartphones that can use Osaifu-Keitai equipped with Felica.

1. What is Felica?
2. Felica is a must if you use Osaifu-Keitai
3. If you want to use Osaifu-Keitai, check the specifications of your smartphone!
4. 8 recommended SIM fleece smartphones with Felica that can be used with Osaifu-Keitai
5. If you want to start cashless payment, choose a smartphone equipped with Felica!

What is Felica?

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When researching Osaifu-Keitai, I see the word "Felica" in the set.

It is an indispensable function for cashless payment using smartphones, but do you know what it is in the first place?

"Felica" is a term that refers to the technical method of "contactless IC cards" developed by Sony.

"Contactless" is a technology that enables communication without touching, and electronic money and IC cards that use these technologies are equipped with a "Felica chip".

A typical example is "Suica," which is also known as a transportation IC card.

Suica's IC card is equipped with a Felica chip, and you can get on the train just by holding the card over the ticket gate.

Furthermore, this Felica chip is also installed in smartphones.

By using Felica's non-contact communication technology, "Osaifu-Keitai" was born, which allows you to shop by simply holding your smartphone over.

Osaifu-Keitai is a contactless payment service that uses a Felica chip embedded in a mobile phone or smartphone.

NTT DoCoMo is developing the system, and the service has been provided since 2004.

It is also a pioneer of mobile payment systems in Japan.

Many smartphones distributed in Japan are also equipped with the Felica function and are also used for Osaifu-Keitai.

You can manage and use multiple e-commerce and loyalty cards with one app, and you can pay by simply holding your smartphone over it, and you do not need to start or unlock it.

Osaifu-Keitai supports the following electronic money.

Compared to QR / bar code payment, it is superior in less time and effort to payment and smarter.

Looking at the specifications of smartphones, I often see the word "NFC" along with "Felica".

Both are terms related to payment services using smartphones, but few people can clearly explain the difference between the two.

"NFC" is an abbreviation for "Near field communication", which means "near field communication".

Specifically, it is a "technology that enables communication by simply bringing NFC-equipped terminals closer together", and has the same meaning as Felica's "non-contact communication technology."

Regarding the relationship between "NFC" and "Felica", in a nutshell, it can be explained as "Felica is a type of NFC technology standard".

In other words, "Felica" was originally developed by Sony based on the "NFC" standard, which is a short-range wireless communication technology.

In addition to Felica, there are other types of NFC standards such as "Type A" and "Type B", and Type A and Type B services are the mainstream overseas.

Felica is superior in "processing speed" and "security" compared to other NFC standards, and many Japanese electronic money services use Felica.

Felica is a must if you use Osaifu-Keitai

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Osaifu-Keitai is a payment service that can be used by mounting a Felica chip on a smartphone.

Therefore, in order to use Osaifu-Keitai, you need to have a Felica-compatible smartphone.

Although it has decreased recently, there is a possibility that Felica is not installed, especially in the case of SIM fleece smartphones from overseas manufacturers.

Felica is a service developed by Sony, and since it is a minor service outside Japan, there were cases where overseas manufacturers did not support it.

If you want to start cashless payment with Osaifu-Keitai, please check whether it supports Felica when choosing a smartphone.

As mentioned in the previous explanation, NFC and Felica are friends, but they are different services.

Some smartphones are written as "NFC compatible".

However, it does not mean that it is also compatible with Felica.

NFC also has standards such as "Type A" and "Type B" in addition to Felica.

If it is a smartphone of an overseas manufacturer, it may not be possible to use Osaifu-Keitai because it is "NFC compatible / Felica not compatible".

When looking at the specifications of a smartphone, you may misunderstand that "cashless is okay because it supports NFC".

However, if you want to use Osaifu-Keitai, please check "Whether it supports Felica".

How to check if it is compatible with Felica will be explained in the next chapter.

If you want to use Osaifu-Keitai, check the specifications of your smartphone!

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In order to select a smartphone that supports Osaifu-Keitai, you need to check the smartphone specifications table before purchasing.

If it is a SIM fleece smartphone, check the official website of the manufacturer and check the specifications or specifications of the model you plan to purchase.

The description method of the spec table differs depending on the manufacturer, but if there is a notation such as "Installed / ◯ / ✔︎" in the item of "Felica" or "Osaifu-Keitai", you can understand that it is supported.

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There are cases where smartphones from overseas manufacturers only support "NFC", so be sure to check.

You can also judge whether the smartphone you plan to purchase is equipped with Felica by looking at the actual device.

Looking at the back of the Felica-equipped smartphone, there are the following marks.

This mark indicates that it is "compatible with Felica".

If you have a chance to see the actual machine, please check it out.

8 recommended SIM fleece smartphones with Felica that can be used with Osaifu-Keitai

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From here, we will introduce 8 SIM fleece smartphones that are equipped with Felica and can be used with Osaifu-Keitai.

Recently, the number of models that are SIM-free and equipped with Felica and are compatible with Osaifu-Keitai is increasing.

There is a wide range of options depending on the price range and various specifications, so you can choose the smartphone that suits you.

The following 8 models of SIM fleece smartphones equipped with Felica that can be used with Osaifu-Keitai are introduced this time.

Then, I will introduce the features of each smartphone.

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"Google Pixel 5" is the latest 5G compatible model in the lineup from Google.

Boasting the highest specs in the series, it has high performance in terms of camera functions, large capacity battery, security, etc. that enable beautiful shooting.

In addition to being able to experience excellent high-speed communication that is typical of 5G, it is also equipped with basic performance such as Osaifu-Keitai and waterproofing.

The price is reasonable and the cost performance is excellent.

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"Xperia 10 II" is a reasonable model of the Xperia series released in the summer of 2020.

It features a vertically long organic EL display, and you can enjoy movies with a sense of reality.

With a triple camera and other specifications that are comparable to those of higher-end models, you can take photos and videos as you wish in a variety of shooting modes.

Recommended for those who are looking for a SIM fleece smartphone that is reasonably priced but does not compromise performance.

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"AQUOS sense4 plus" is equipped with the largest 6.7-inch display in AQUOS history, and can express beautiful images with Sharp's original IGZO.

With high processing performance of 8GB of memory and 90Hz refresh rate, game play can be done smoothly and comfortably.

The camera equipped with four lenses realizes the beauty of up to 48 million pixels, and it is possible to shoot in any scene.

While having such specifications, it realizes a low price like the AQUOS sense series.

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"OPPO Reno 3 A" is a model with a high cost performance with outstanding specifications at a reasonable price.

In addition to a high-definition camera with a maximum of 48 million pixels, it is equipped with a total of four lenses and has an image stabilization function, so you can take beautiful pictures and videos.

The in-camera also has 16 megapixels, so you can take self-portraits beautifully and clearly.

In addition, it has 6GB of memory and 128GB of storage, which is a high performance that shows outstanding cost performance.

Functions essential for daily life such as Osaifu-Keitai and waterproofing are also standard equipment.

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"Galaxy S10" is a smartphone that is lined up as a standard model of the Galaxy series.

The distinctive design of using the entire surface of the smartphone as a display enhances the immersive feeling.

Equipped with three main cameras, it is possible to take the optimum picture by automatically identifying the scene.

Various functions such as convenient functions such as sharing batteries between the same models are attractive.

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"AQUOS sense 4" is a popular model that is attractive for its reasonable price and well-organized specifications.

There are no outstanding specifications such as camera and processing performance, but it can be said that it is a well-balanced smartphone as a whole.

As you can see from the spec table, the toughness such as the large capacity battery of 4,570mAh and waterproof / dustproof performance shines.

Recommended for those who are not looking for smartphones with such specifications and those who are looking for a cheaper smartphone.

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The "Galaxy A20" is a model that has a surprisingly low price of 10,000 yen.

Despite its reasonable price, the 5.8-inch easy-to-read display, compact shape that is easy to hold, and well-organized functionality are attractive.

It is also recommended for those who are thinking of making a smartphone debut, such as installing a mode that is easy to use so that even those who have a smartphone for the first time can easily understand the operation.

In addition, it has all the necessary performance such as waterproof, dustproof, and Osaifu-Keitai.

If you are not particular about cameras and games and want to have a smartphone for the time being, there is no better option than this.

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"Xperia Ace" is a smartphone released as a reasonable model that can be held in the palm of your hand.

Although it is a reasonable price of about 30,000 yen, you can enjoy high-definition images with a 5.0-inch full HD display.

Since it is compatible with Sony's high resolution, you can also experience high-quality music.

The camera is equipped with optical and electronic hybrid image stabilization, and is equipped with excellent shooting functions including a high-performance sensor.

The high cost performance of the camera, display, sound, etc., while keeping the price down, is attractive.

If you want to start cashless payment, choose a smartphone equipped with Felica!

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So far, we have introduced smartphones that are equipped with Felica and can be used with Osaifu-Keitai.

Let's summarize the points again.

If you are thinking of starting cashless payment with Osaifu-Keitai, please check "whether Felica is installed" by selecting a smartphone.

Recently, many smartphones made by overseas manufacturers are equipped with Felica as standard equipment.

There is a wide range of choices, and you can choose the price and specifications that suit you.

When choosing a smartphone, check the specifications such as "Felica compatible" and "Osaifu-Keitai compatible", and start cashless payment with your new smartphone!