Next Generation Mobile Phones: Combining Wallet and Train Pass in One Device

NTT Docomo's latest mobile phones, equipped with Sony's smart chip, are set to function as train passes and aim to replace cash, credit cards, and tickets. Tokyo commuters have been using Sewi car train passes with embedded chips for years, and soon, mobile users will make purchases and use them as bullet train tickets. Asia leads in smart chip technology.

What new feature will NTT Docomo's mobile phones have starting next year?

• They will function as train passes.

• They will have a built-in camera.

• They will include a gaming console.

• They will offer free internet access.

What is the primary goal of the Wallet phones containing Sony's smart chip?

• To enhance gaming experiences.

• To provide better camera quality.

• To offer unlimited data plans.

• To replace cash, credit cards, and identification cards.

How long have Tokyo commuters been using Sewi car train passes?

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 1 year

What additional functionality will mobile Sewi car holders soon have?

• They can use their phones as remote controls.

• They can watch live TV broadcasts.

• They can make purchases at compatible retail stores.

• They can access free public Wi-Fi.

In which region is smart chip technology more advanced compared to the rest of the world?

• Australia

• Asia

• Europe

• North America