Google's NFC trail in SF and NY

Google introduced their nexus S device with NFC capabilities a while ago, its time to make use of those devices for trail in two major markets San Francisco and New York. The size of the trial is very small with limited retail outlets participating, but it provides a test ground for Google to test payments and beyond. This will be first trial in US with NFC handset, so the industry is very keen on looking at the prospects. US major carriers initiative ISIS planned to do a trial in Utah with great support from public transit authorities. This trial would be more to test the technology aspects than consumer facing experience. Sprints mobile wallet solution from cardinal commerce may extend the NFC capabilities. Lets hope the trial revives the sprits of mobile payment enthusiasts.