The importance of having a QR code scanning app on a mobile device

QR Codes

QR codes are appearing virtually everywhere, from television commercials to billboards and from newspaper adds to business cards, but without having the right reader app on a mobile phone, they are nothing more than an unusable series of dark and light squares. Newspapers and magazines are allowing advertisers to include QR codes so that readers can discover more information about promotions or about a featured product. Similarly, when placed in an article, readers can learn more information about a story, receive updated information about that topic, or can use a…

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SnapTags versus QR codes for mobile marketing

SnapTag QR Codes

The results of a new SpyderLynk infographic study have been released, comparing the two most popular marketing barcodes, QR codes and SnapTags. This particular comparison looked into the functionality, accessibility, and brandability of the codes, as well as the costs that are associated with their campaigns. For example, QR codes can only be accessed by people who have downloaded a QR code reader, while SnapTags are only available to individuals whose smartphones have a camera feature. Both of them give various options for tracking data and reporting. SypderLynk CEO, Nicole…

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Microsoft Tags provide greater security than QR code

Microsoft Tag qr codes

If you are new to QR codes and have been wondering what these black and white stamps are doing appearing all over the place this year, including in shops, at various festivals and events, and on marketing materials, you are not alone! The use of Quick Response Codes allows users of smartphones and tablet devices to scan them and be carried to a URL for information, offers, discounts, and other opportunities. There’s also been another code popping up in the media lately two, Microsoft’s QR code technique named “Tag”, holding…

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New survey shows QR code usage on the rise

A new survey released by MGH Modern Marketing, a full service marketing agency, shows that enthusiasm for QR codes is at an all time high. The codes have displayed their prowess at content distribution since they began seeing extensive use in the U.S. nearly two years ago. Originally developed in Japan, few thought the codes would catch on like they have. Thanks to the widespread use of mobile devices, the codes are now becoming a cornerstone of marketing. MGH’s survey shows that 70% of smart phone users have used, or…

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Home Depot’s New QR Code Campaign Released

Home Depot has long been lauded for its helpful and enthusiastic staff. The retailer has prided itself on the experience it offers customers and is now taking their efforts to the next level by using QR codes in their stores. Today, the retailer announced that they will be using the codes in a series of advertisements that will be launched nationwide. They will also be directing consumers to download scanning applications to their smart phones so that they will be able to participate in the campaign. The codes have become…

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