Pixel 11 moves the NFC antenna to the top of the phone for easier payments, Tap to Share
In a nice quality-of-life change, Google says it has moved the NFC antenna on its Pixel 11 phones to the top of the device, making it easier and just more logical to do things such as make mobile payments or use the new “Tap to Share” feature.
Google has relocated the NFC antenna on its Pixel 11 phones to the top of the device, enhancing user experience and making tasks like mobile payments and the new "Tap to Share" feature more convenient. The NFC antenna's location is not typically significant, but its placement can be frustrating, especially when users struggle to locate it.
Traditionally, NFC antennas are found towards the center of the back of Android devices, but Google and Samsung are changing this trend. The updated NFC tag on the Pixel 11 series, as well as Samsung's Galaxy S26, is positioned at the top of the phone. This change was achieved either by adding an extra antenna or by moving the existing one, as in Google's case.
Additionally, Google's "Tap to Share" feature allows users to instantly share contact cards or large files with nearby Android devices through a simple tap. This feature is particularly useful for applications such as Square. The Pixel 11 series is now available for pre-order and will begin shipping on August 20. For more news, follow Ben on Twitter/X, Threads, Bluesky, Instagram, and check out 9to5Google on YouTube.
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