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Sony patent could turn PlayStation controllers into tap-to-pay credit card terminals — NFC and Bluetooth also support phones and gift cards for instant purchases

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Sony patent could turn PlayStation controllers into tap-to-pay credit card terminals — NFC and Bluetooth also support phones and gift cards for instant purchases

A new patent application details the potential for a future PlayStation controller to accept payments via credit cards and gift cards.

Source: Tom's Hardware

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