The Scandit Barcode Scanner SDK now supports the all-new GS1 QR Code!
Today we’re going to talk about a new type of barcode, known as the GS1 QR code. We’re all familiar with QR Codes, those square shaped 2D matrix codes we find on posters, products, business cards and just about anywhere these days. QR codes are unique in that they have a higher data storage capacity …
Create Barcodes with the Scandit Barcode Generator
Today we’re excited to provide a walkthrough on how to work with the Scandit barcode generator. The barcode generator works with UPC-A, EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF, Code 39, Code 128 and QR code types. Here’s the breakdown for each code type: EAN-13 and UPC-A Barcode Generator EAN-13 and UPC-A barcodes are used to identify products …
Scandit CTO Christian Floerkemeier demystifies the QR Code on Swiss National Televison
Ever wonder how QR codes work? How they’re created? Last week our CTO Christian Floerkemeier was featured in a enlightening piece on Swiss National Television that took an in-depth look at the technical side of the QR code. The show, Einstein, reports weekly on science and engineering issues. One of last weeks topics was 1D …
Barcodes and Buildings: If you build it, they will scan…
Continuing in the spirit of fun and interesting barcode facts, we wanted to share some of the most incredible barcodes we’ve ever set our eyes upon—barcode buildings! We’ve found two dazzling structures inspired by barcode design, the Barcode Hall in China and the Shtrikh-kod shopping mall in Russia. The Barcode Halls In the Chinese …
Barcode History: 5 Things You Didn’t Know about Barcodes
To highlight the journey of the barcode from idea to ubiquity we’ve taken a long look at barcode history, and assembled a list of our favorite fun and weird facts we found along the way. Check it out: 1. The first use of the barcode was to label railroad cars Most of us see …
Types of Barcodes: Choosing the right barcode: EAN, UPC, Code128, ITF-14 or Code39?
A couple of days ago we’ve introduced you to the basics of different barcode types, remember? It was all about whether you should opt for a 1D barcode or implement QR codes. So if you’ve decided to go for 1D barcodes based on our previous post, then this post is absolutely perfect for you! We’re …
