Microsoft Tag adding support for QR codes and NFC, says it sees room for alternatives

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Microsoft is updating the mobile reader apps for its Microsoft Tag barcodes to also scan Quick Response (QR) codes and read Near Field Communications (NFC) signals, saying it’s aiming to simplify the experience and minimize confusion for users who scan the codes seeking more information on advertised products and other items. The company says it… Read More…

Lost and found for the QR code generation? Dynotag helps find lost luggage, pets and more

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QR codes are becoming an increasingly popular way to get information on places or products in the real world, including restaurants, historical landmarks and more. But even though an estimated 14 million Americans scanned a QR code last June, the technology has yet to go mainstream. A Seattle startup by the name of Dynotag is hoping… Read More…

Seattle Jewish Film Festival goes high-tech with QR Codes

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The 16th annual Seattle Jewish Film Festival kicked off this weekend, with more than 30 films on the docket. Attendees are probably most excited about checking out documentaries such as “The Klezmatics: On Holy Ground” and animated films like “A Jewish Girl in Shanghai.” But this year’s festival also has a few high-tech twists. For… Read More…

Where’s Fido? High-tech tags help pet owners retrieve lost pals

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There’s nothing dog or cat lovers fear more than losing their trusted companions. But a new technology from a Seattle startup might allay concerns next time the kitty or canine bolts out the front door. PetHub.com — which just closed a $200,000 angel financing round — has developed a high-tech ID tag that uses QR… Read More…