Apex Flex NFC compatibility

[Rakkzi]

Hi there! I was looking at getting an Apex Flex implant, but I was curious about it’s NFC compatibility. I have PN532 based tag readers (which I believe are 13.56 MHz) and I wanted to make sure they’ll be able to recognize the Flex. Bonus points if I can do it while also retaining its ability to be a security key at the same time.

[Pilgrimsmaster]

@Rakkzi

NFC compatibility. I have PN532 based tag readers

EDIT
I just read Amals reply below, I thought you were referring to a door reader.

So yeah, What he said

this also might be worth checking out

Chip compatibility matrix - Google Sheets

The Alfred DBS2 Home Door Lock works pretty well with my FlexMT (RIP) and my xNT. I will say that the read distance isn’t huge, but in both cases, even if you make contact with the keypad and it registers a number, it then reads the chip and works pretty well. I can post a video if that’s helpful. Also, FWIW, I corresponded with the Alfred folks to get those locks enrolled in my Home Assistant setup (for non-cyborgs, obviously) and they were INSANELY responsive, like same day or next day, so as …

[amal]

@Rakkzi

I have PN532 based tag readers

Are these USB readers for connecting to a desktop computer? Like the acr122u is a PN532 based reader, and yes it works great with the Apex Flex

[Rakkzi]

Apex Flex NFC compatibility

EDIT I just read Amals reply below, I thought you were referring to a door reader. So yeah, What he said this also might be worth checking out

Technicallyyyy I am using them for door locks, but the tag readers are separate from the locks themselves, tag readers just tell home assistant to open the door.

Apex Flex NFC compatibility

Are these USB readers for connecting to a desktop computer? Like the acr122u is a PN532 based reader, and yes it works great with the Apex Flex

I think it’s built like a breakout board, but in my case it’s hooked into an ESPhome controller to present it over wifi.

Apex Flex NFC compatibility

Hey. The Apex Flex implant is indeed NFC-compatible and operates at 13.56 MHz, so it should work just fine with your PN532-based tag readers. As for using it as a security key, that depends on how you set it up. Many people use the implant for both NFC interactions and security purposes like 2FA, so it should be possible to retain both functionalities with the right configuration. Hope that helps.

Awesome, I saw you can install applets like the fido2/u2f but I wasn’t sure if it’d be able to present as a tag and a security key at the same time without having to reprogram it, sounds like it’ll work pretty good for me, thank you all for the help!

[enginerd]

@Rakkzi

tag readers are separate from the locks themselves, tag readers just tell home assistant to open the door.

There’s an entire thread about this:

NFC reader with Home Assistant

EDIT: Changed the title to fit the direction of this chat. I thought it might be fun to get some smart outlets and light bulbs to mess with so I ordered some Kasa brand devices from Amazon which Home Assistant (HA) can control. HA can write to NFC tags so you can control your smart devices by tapping your phone to a programed tag. I was wondering if it is possible to use my NExT and this RFID USB reader (pictured below) to control these devices? The USB reader spits out 10 digits and clicks “en…

Derailing the thread a little bit, I’d be thankful if you posted more details about your locks in my smart home thread, I could use some help and inspiration:

Smart home stuff

I’m considering getting some automated blinds or curtains of some sort, and maybe some smart locks and light switches. So I’m kinda curious about what you 'borgs have when it comes to home automation. I could use some inspiration. Or I could just default to boring remotes for the curtains, that would also work but it’s not as fun.