Highlights from SXSW 2013: 3D Printing, Gesture Control and Space Travel
Howdy, Conference season is in full swing, with Mobile World Congress and Launch Festival recently wrapping up and SXSW still rocking in Austin. View Scandit’s Spring Conference Schedule Today we’d like to share the scoop about what’s happening at SXSW, here’s the juicy news: Lots of Cool Hardware There is a ton of cool hardware …
Get Ready for Mobile World Congress 2013! Tips for Attendees
Howdy! Well time is flying. Another year has passed and it’s time for yet another Mobile World Congress in Barcelona! This year’s event runs from Monday February 25th through Thursday February 28th. For those of you who won’t be able to make it to Barcelona, be sure to check out the live stream. For attendees …
Top 10 Geek Jokes for Developers
Howdy! Today we’d like to share some of our favorite jokes for geeks and developers. Get your workday started with a juicy bit of laughter and pass it along: Q: how many programmers does it take to change a light bulb? A: none, that’s a hardware problem To understand what recursion is, …
Barcodes Take Art to the Next Level
Today we wanted to share the work of Scott Blake, an artist who specializes in working with barcodes. Much of Scott’s work comprises large scale portraits of famous people composed entirely out of barcodes. His most famous piece is the “Barcode Jesus,” with other prominent pieces including portraits of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley and Oprah …
Geeks Shopping Guide to Barcode Novelty Products
Howdy! Today we’re going to share some of the geekiest barcode novelty items that are out there. The best part is that all of this geekery is available for purchase on Etsy! Check it out: Custom QR Code Cufflinks – $24.99 These handmade cufflinks will include a custom QR code of your choice. They’re …
Top 5 Creative Uses of QR Codes
Recently we explored the top 5 mobile stats from 2012, and today we’re going continue in the “Top 5” spirit by taking a look at the most creative uses of QR codes: Virtual Stores: Tesco Tesco may have come up with the greatest repurposing of public space with the creation of their “virtual stores.” You …
Barcode Haikus for the New Year!
Howdy! We’ve prepared some fun barcode-themed haikus to kick off 2013! Some people say barcodes are boring, but we’re here to shatter the myths. Hope you enjoy these haikodes! The Scandance He started to dance To that crunchy barcode jam The kids call Scandance Barcode Identity Crisis The QR code thought I wish …
Mobile Trends and Predictions for 2013 – from Scandit
Howdy! Congratulations on surviving the holiday season! We recently shared our reflections from 2012, and today we’re changing gears to look ahead at all the fun stuff awaiting us in 2013. Here are our predictions for what’s in store: Revelations in Mobile Payments 2012 was big year for mobile payments, and the party is sure …
Merry Christmas from the Scandit Team!
Merry Christmas! Here’s a special Christmas poem for your enjoyment: ‘Twas the scan before Christmas, when all through the house Not a barcode was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that the Scandit Bandit soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in …
Black Friday Survival Guide: Apps and Tips for 2012
Howdy! It’s that wonderful time of year again when shoppers gear up to move out in hordes to participate in Black Friday, the yearly post-Thanksgiving shopper’s super sale. Every year Black Friday gets a little wilder and crazier, so we prepared a survival guide that will ensure you’re victorious in securing some sweet deals this …
