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NFC and contactless payments (NFC-enabled models)
Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information
about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for
transportation or events after downloading the required apps.
The device contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the device carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.
Reading information from NFC tags
Use the NFC feature to read product information from NFC tags.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the NFC and contactless payments
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switch to activate it.
Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag.
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The information from the tag appears.
Ensure that the device's screen is turned on and unlocked. Otherwise, the device will
not read NFC tags or receive data.
Making payments with the NFC feature
Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service
provider.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the NFC and contactless payments
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switch to activate it.
Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.
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Questions and answers
My phone is not sending or receiving calls
Your Samsung Galaxy A14 may not be sending or receiving calls due to network issues or app-related problems. To fix this, try the following steps:
1. Reset Network Settings
- Open Settings > General Management > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
- Confirm the reset by entering your passcode and tapping Reset again.
- Try making a call after the reset.
2. Force Stop and Clear Phone App Data
- Open Settings > Apps, search for Phone, and tap on it.
- Tap Force Stop.
- Go to Storage, then tap Clear Data and confirm deletion.
- Check Permissions and allow any necessary permissions.
3. Restart Your Phone
- Pull down the Quick Settings Panel, tap the Power Icon, and select Restart.
- Confirm by tapping Restart again.
- After restarting, try making or receiving a call.
If the issue persists after these steps, there may be a problem with your SIM card or mobile carrier.
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lost most my Icons on display
To restore lost icons on the display of your Samsung Galaxy A14, follow these steps:
1. For the Phone Icon:
- Tap and hold on the home screen.
- Open the app drawer by swiping up.
- Find the Phone icon.
- Tap and hold on the icon, then drag it back to the home screen.
2. For Other Apps Not Showing on Home Screen:
- Swipe up to open the app drawer.
- Tap on the search bar and look for the missing app.
- If the app is hidden, go to Settings > Home Screen Settings.
- Enable Show App Screen Button on Home Screen and Add New Apps to Home Screen.
- If the app is in the hidden apps list, tap on it to unhide and press Done.
This will restore your lost icons to the home screen.
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How to set data usage so as to use the wi-fi and not towers when wi-fi is active
To prioritize Wi-Fi over mobile data on the Samsung Galaxy A14 when Wi-Fi is active, follow these steps:
1. Open Settings on your device.
2. Tap Connections.
3. Select Wi-Fi and ensure it is turned on.
4. Go back to Connections and tap Data usage.
5. Look for Mobile data and turn it off if you want to ensure only Wi-Fi is used.
6. Alternatively, check SIM card manager under Settings > Connections to manage mobile data preferences.
By keeping Wi-Fi enabled and turning off mobile data when not needed, the device will prioritize Wi-Fi automatically.
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