Advantages of IC magnetic stripe cards

Advantages of IC magnetic stripe cards
    First, we need to understand one thing: IC and magnetic stripe are two different things. One is an IC card, the other is a magnetic stripe card. They are two different PVC products. So, let's first talk about the advantages of IC cards.
Advantages of IC cards
    IC cardOriginally, we often used it in public telephone halls. With a card, you could insert it into a telephone to make calls. Over time, it evolved into contactless IC cards, which don't require direct contact with machines or equipment; you just need to tap the IC card onto the device. We also call these cards 'contactless cards.' Their biggest advantage is their convenience and lack of direct hardware contact with the machine, which extends their lifespan. Moreover, data storage time is better than before; nowadays, most contactless cards can replace contact cards.
Advantages of magnetic stripe cards
    So-calledMagnetic stripe cardsIt is a PVC card with a black magnetic strip covering the back. The main function of this magnetic strip is to record certain information. Once the information is on the magnetic strip, it can be displayed in the system with a swipe of the magnetic strip reader. The system then manages this information based on the magnetic strip, enabling a series of functions such as discounts, points, and consumption. Its main advantages are low price and short production lead times, which occupy a large portion of the Chinese market. As for future development, IC cards will gradually replace magnetic stripe cards. This is the distinct advantage and application of these two products.