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PS6 PlayStation Store Purchases Might Be Easier Than Ever Before
Sony Interactive Entertainment is developing new technology that could simplify PlayStation Store purchases, potentially for the PlayStation 6. A patent describes NFC-enabled controllers that would allow users to tap gift or credit cards for instant microtransaction or game purchases, moving towards a more digital-only future.
The PS6's controller might be able to take contactless payments, or transfer your card and login details to the…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has patented a new feature for its PlayStation controllers, potentially for the PlayStation 6, that would enable contactless payments and information transfer via Near Field Communication (NFC). This technology could allow users to transfer payment details or log into consoles by tapping their phone or a payment card against the controller, similar to existing contactless payment systems and Nintendo's Amiibo functionality.
