How to Turn off NFC: Remove the N Symbol from your Phone

The top bar on your Android phone doesn't only tell you the time, signal strength and how much battery life remains. The notification bar can also tell you when email arrives, downloads are happening, and when Bluetooth is switched on. One symbol you might not instantly recognise is an N symbol. The ornate N is there to let you know that your phone currently has NFC switched on. NFC, or Near Field Communication, is a technology that allows devices to exchange information simply by placing them next to one another. Smartphones use NFC to pass photos, contacts, or any other data you specify between NFC-enabled handsets.