Tag: qr code technology

CAYIN adds QR code generator feature for easier contactless interaction

Jennifer Goula
QR code generator - person scanning barcode

The company has embedded the option into its latest digital signage player software version. Digital signage solution provider CAYIN Technology has added a new QR code generator feature to its latest software version. All SMP-NEO2 series digital signage players now have the new feature. This includes software for the signs such as the SMP-2300, SMP-2310, and the SMP-8000. The new QR code generator feature was added to provide corporates, retailers and a spectrum of other businesses with new contactless interaction solutions. The goal is to take advantage of the large…

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QR code invention wins global impact in electronics award

Stephanie Beck
QR Code invention - figures building QR code

The quick response barcode was first created in Japan by Denso Wave Inc. The initial QR code invention occurred in Japan. These barcodes date back to the 1990s and were created for a reason that has very little to do with how they are used today. This little oft mocked black and white barcode has just received an important award. According to the company behind the QR code invention, the barcode has received an award recognizing its impact on the world as a critical tool for sharing information. The company…

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First QR code transport ticketing system launched in the Philippines

Jennifer Goula
QR code transport ticketing system - Commuters in station

AF Payments partnered with GCash to launch the quick response (QR) code-based system. AF Payments, Inc., the company behind tap-and-go payment system “beep,” has teamed up with GCash to roll out the first QR code transport ticketing system in the Philippines. The first to adopt the mobile payments system will be the Metra Manila-based BGC Bus and the Cebu-based Topline Express Ferries. Passengers simply pay for their transit tickets through the GCash mobile app. BGC Bus and Topline Express Ferries customers can now pay their faire through the GCash app…

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Kona Coffee QR code to help Hawaiian company improve transparency with consumers

Amanda Giasson
Kona Coffee QR Code - Coffee Beans, Mug and Flowers

Hala Tree Coffee has announced it will be putting QR code technology to good use. Hala Tree Coffee, a Hawaii-based organic coffee producer, is introducing a Kona coffee QR code to make their product more transparent to consumers. The move to add the 2D square barcode to their product packaging has been done in an effort to separate their product from other diluted Kona Coffee bean products on the market. Not all Kona Coffee products feature classic Kona Typica. Kona Coffee is the market name for coffee that is cultivated…

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Special QR code packaging to improve product security

L. Green
QR code packaging - QR Code on color grid with magnifier

A Korean company seeks to patent a new QR code printing technology. Anycos a company based in Korea that manufactures plastic packaging materials for food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, has developed a high speed printing technology for QR code packaging. The company is now seeking a patent for the high-speed printing tech that helps to prevent copycat products. Anycos’ quick response codes help to provide authenticity tracing. Korea’s market for plastic packing has increased due to the upswing of online shopping, home deliveries and home meal replacements. In fact, according to…

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