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Use Your Smartphone as Your Car Key with an NFC Lock

Use Your Smartphone as Your Car Key with an NFC Lock

Pierre Charlier

By Pierre Charlier

Pierre Charlier

My name is Pierre Charlier, an apprentice engineer at CITC-EuraRFID, where I’m currently learning hardware engineering applied to radio and contactless applications. Hacking is a passion for me, any kind of hacking: hardware, software but also pyrotechnics.

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Adding an NFC unlocker to your car allows you to open your vehicle with your phone, or an NFC ring.

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Make an Emergency Key in 5 Easy Steps

Make an Emergency Key in 5 Easy Steps

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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Use an old credit card or Tic Tac box to create an emergency key for your wallet or purse

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