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Kyocera Echo Credit Card Processing
Accept Credit Cards with Kyocera Echo
The Kyocera Echo caught my attention as I was researching the new mobile devices supported by ROAMdata’s G3x swiper. This unusual name packs a big punch in the mobile arena with a customized app that allows users to manage their battery life.
Users can pre-determine when they would like their device to switch to low-power mode based on battery life. This feature can be especially helpful for PaymentMax clients who accept credit cards on their mobile phones. Battery life equals sales!
Another feature attractive to mobile merchants is the Kyocera Echo’s durability. Kyocera used a super copper alloy and through strength analysis created a 3-dimensional hinge so unique it has SIX patents pending.
Accepting credit cards on the Kyocera Echo is fast and easy. All you need is your mobile device, PaymentMax merchant account, mobile credit card processing app, and credit card swiper (if you choose).
Accepting Credit Cards with the Nexus 7 Tablet in the Mobile Food Arena
Busy people on-the-go have noticed a gratifying trend these days…the mobile food trend! Long gone are the boring days of hot dogs, pretzels, and ice cream. Mobile food has gone gourmet! Some popular LA mobile food vendors are now serving crepes, kimchi tacos, osso buco, and velvet cupcakes. Yummo!
This growing taste for gourmet is due, in large part, to advancing technology like mobile credit card processing. Smartphones and Tablets equipped with a mobile credit card processing app have enabled mobile food vendors to accept payment from their customers anywhere, from street corner to fair. No wires needed.
The Nexus 7 from Google is the latest tablet on the market capable of accepting credit and debit cards in a mobile environment. It has quickly become a favorite among our clients because of its hefty 8 hour battery life and scratch resistant corning glass although I am sure the NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad core processor and 4.1 jelly bean OS are equally desirable!
For more information on accepting credit cards on smartphones or tablets visit www.paymentmax.com.
Motorola XYBOARD Tablet Credit Card Processsing
Accept Credit Cards with Motorola XYBOARD
ROAMdata just announced that the Motorola XYBOARD tablet is now compatible with the G2 Swiper. Great news for our mobile merchants using Motorola’s latest tablet to process credit cards on the go.
Here are the benefits of accepting credit cards with the Motorola XYBOARD.
1. Mobility – Accept all major credit and debit cards anywhere, at anytime with the slim 8.8 mm tablet. No signal-no problem! ROAMpay G2 processes offline.
2. Security – Process your customers bank cards with confidence. All sensitive card information is encrypted and is never stored on your device. The XYBOARD also comes equipped with “business ready,” an encryption that protects all files and email information on the device.
3. Easy and Fast Transactions – Plug the G2 reader into the XYBOARD audio jack, put in your password, and swipe those cards! User-friendly interface and pre-populated screens make transactions a snap, especially when there is a dual-core processor involved.
4. Eco-Friendly – No paper, no waste! Mobile transaction receipts are emailed directly to your customer.
5. Customer Friendly – Customers love mobile credit card processing because they get to see the transaction in process, they never lose sight of their card, and emailed receipts are perfect for record-keeping.
Getting started accepting credit cards on the Motorola XYBOARD is fast and simple. For more information visit www.paymentmax.com.
Smartphone Credit Card Processing Questions-Can Customers use their Debit Card?
Mobile Credit Card Processing
We had a great question come through our office today, “Can I process my customer’s debit card on my smartphone?”
My first thought is to say, “yes, of course you can process debit cards,” But… this answer needs a second part. Debit cards that are ran as credit cards can be processed on smartphones (swiped or keyed in as a credit card transaction).
PIN-based debit transactions are not compatible with mobile credit card apps (Customers can’t enter in their PIN number).
For more information on mobile credit card processing. Visit www.paymentmax.com.
Kindle Fire Top 10 Business Apps
We have had a lot of interest in the Kindle Fire here at the PaymentMax office. It seems that more and more of our clients have invested in the Kindle for more than just reading books. They are using their Kindle Fire to conduct business on-the-go. From interior designers to gourmet cupcake trucks, the Kindle Fire has many apps perfect for business owners.
Here are my favorite-
1. AprivaPay Credit Card Processing – A PaymentMax merchant account equipped with AprivaPay allows Kindle Fire users to accept all major credit and debit cards anywhere.
2. Maildroid – This app is useful for people who have multiple email accounts. Maildroid allows you to combine all email accounts into one place, make folders, and save email address with one touch. This mail app also autosaves messages while you type them-no more lost work!
3. Box.net -Have access to your files no matter where you are. Box.net allows cloud storage of your files from the Fire. Once stored inside the cloud, files can be accessed from your desktop, web, Fire, or any other device you are using.
4. Quick Office – This app is the solution for your documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. Quick Office can access files in cloud, and syncs with Box.net. Google Docs and drop box can also be synchronized.
5. ImoChat – Conduct group business chats with the all-in-one “chat app” that supports Facebook, Google Talk, and Windows Live Messenger. ImoChat also lets you share multimedia.
6. Wi-Fi Analyzer – This free app eliminates wasted time on finding the channel with the best signal. When more signal is needed, the Wi-Fi Analyzer will find the channel with the least interference. The app alos shows signal strengths over time for all nearby access points.
7. AK Notepad – This simple note taking app is perfect for putting your thoughts on the screeen. AK Notepad allows you to set reminders an dshare documents through email.
8. Wi-Fi File Explorer – No USD needed! Transfer files wirelessly from your Fire to your computer. Wi-Fi File Explorer app is only a buck.
9. AndroXplorer – This free app for the Kindle is equal to Windows Explorer. It also boosts an easy to use file management system.
10. Analytix Pro – Administrators of websites can easily monitor Google Analytics on their sites.
For more information on accepting credit cards with your Kindle Fire. Visit www.paymentmax.com
Accept Credit Cards with Your Kindle Fire
Processing Credit Cards with Kindle Fire
The Kindle Fire has gained popularity among mobile merchants because of it’s attractive price tag. They can run their businesses (completely mobile) for about 1/2 the cost of Apple’s iPad. The Kindle Fire processes all major credit and debit cards with a few finger strokes.
Kindle Fire’s 7 inch screen comes equipped with IPS (in-plane switching) technology for an extra-wide viewing angle. IPS allows easy sharing of Kindle’s screen with others. Customer’s especially like to see their credit card transaction taking place in front of them. Their card never loses their sight.
Processing credit cards on the Kindle Fire is web-based. Clients have reported that the Kindle responds to requests ultra-fast because of it’s split-browser. The browser is split between Amazon Silk and Amazon Web Services Cloud (AWS) reducing loading and transit times.
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It is easy to start accepting credit cards on the Kindle Fire. For more information visit www.paymentmax.com
Using ROAMpay X on iPod with no WiFi
Over the weekend, I received 5 questions regarding the ROAMpay X mobile credit card app. Mobile merchants wanted to know if they could still process credit cards on their iPod with no WiFi access.
The answer is absolutely! ROAMpay X will allow users to process credit cards offline. Once there is a WiFi connection log on to your account and select online mode. The offline transaction will automatically be processed.
For more information on smartphone credit card processing, merchant accounts, or PaymentMax visit www.paymentmax.com.
ROAMpay X
Global Gateway e4SM from First Data Offers Online Businesses More Security
Every time I read the paper, turn on the news, or talk to merchants I am reminded that there are credit card thieves out there just waiting to make their next scam. PCI compliant devices and gateways greatly reduce the risk of data compromise. New online businesses or ones that would like to be more PCI compliant should take a look at First Data Global Gateway e4SM. It offers level II/III processing for merchants of all sizes.
Here are the benefits of the e4.
- Accept all major credit and debit cards plus PayPal integration.
- Easy to use interface, simple API’s.
- Compatible with a broad range of shopping carts.
- Simple Batch processing interface.
- Level II/III processing.
- Secure and compliant gateway with redundant infrastructure and 24/7 availability.
- International payment processing.
- AVS/CVV processing.
- Multiple currency support.
- Fraud/Velocity Controls.
- 3D secure.
- TransArmor (tokenized transactions).
- Real time, dynamic reporting capabilities.
- Vast transaction search capabilities.
- Integrated recurring billing (fixed and variable amounts).
- Customized receipts.
- Multi-language support.
- 24/7 support.
For more information on accepting credit cards online, the Global Gateway e4SM, merchant accounts, or PCI compliance visit www.paymentmax.com.
Smartphone Credit Card Readers-The Latest and Greatest ROAMpay G3X
New ROAMPay G3X
PaymentMax is happy to announce the latest and greatest mobile credit card reader from ROAMdata: The ROAMpay G3X.
Here are the benefits:
- The ROAMpay G3X comes equipped with enhanced security features to prevent credit card fraud that plaques other non-encrypted mobile credit readers.
- Compatible with hundreds of mobile devices: iOs, Android, BlackBerry, PC and Mac.
- Three times more device coverage than all other companies combined.
- Equipped with the latest technology: NFC (near field communication) and EMV (Europay).
- Mobile solutions such as mobile check-out, mobile offers, and mobile wallet.
- Lowest cost of ownership.
For more information on mobile credit card processing, visit www.paymentmax.com
How a Transaction Works Using Google Wallet
Google Wallet is quickly gaining momentum in the mobile payments world. Large retailers, like Jamba Juice, have already implemented Google Wallet at their point of sale terminals. Smaller retailers are intrigued and asking questions like, “How does a Google Wallet Transaction Work?”
First, let’s start with what is needed from the merchant and customer for a Google Wallet transaction to be successful
- To accept Google Wallet transactions, the merchant must have a contactless reader (such as MasterCard Pay Pass), or a terminal that is ISO 1443 or 18092 compliant. Look for the universal contactless symbol.
- Customers need Android phones with a NFC (near field communication) chip, and run Android version 2.4 (Gingerbread) or higher.
- Currently, Google Wallet supports Citibank MasterCard or a pre-paid Google card. No other cards are supported at this time.
- Ring up the customer’s transaction. The terminals “credit” button may have to be pushed.
- Have the customer wave their mobile device over the reader. There should be a distance of about an inch between mobile device and reader.
- Reader will light up and beep as card is read. The cash register will show transaction being processed, just as if a physical card was being used.
- If the system is set up to print a receipt, a receipt is printed if the transaction was processed successfully (just as if a physical card was used).
