Free barcode reading software for your cell phone! A number of companies are now offering bar code applications for cell phones at no charge.
These apps let you read either the plain old 1D (one dimensional) bar code
- like the UPC code on a package, or, the newer 2D bar codes, or both.
The newer 2D bar codes look like this :
The 2D bar codes have a lot more capacity, so they may include a link to a website, or a coupon, or personal contact information - name, address, phone number.
Not only can 2D bar codes be printed, but most cell phones can read them from a computer monitor. If your phone read the 2D bar code above, you probably found a secret
message about where you could create your own personal 2D bar code for free!
Do you need a barcode reader for your cell phone? Visit our Helpful Links page for several companies that offer them.
For more on barcodes and barcode equipment, visit www.barcode.com
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