When you're talking about data collection, two technologies come to mind: bar code scanning and RFID (radio frequency identification). The former has been a staple in data collection for more than 30 ...

Bar code scanning is an easy way to track your business inventory or even keep tabs on office supplies. Many bar codes contain a lot number. A lot number is an ID that shows which batch or lot a ...

Google Product Search for Android now has the ability to scan bar codes, changing the way that consumers can shop. The Product Search tool was originally created to allow consumers to check price ...

In a video posted by developer Lance Nanek, we see the app scan a bar code on a Google Chromecast and instantly deliver a Google Glass card that displays the product's highest and lowest price ...

The aptly named FoodScanner uses your iPhone's camera to quickly and efficiently scan bar codes, then maintain a log of the foods you eat throughout the day. Rick Broida is the author of numerous ...

To get started, all you need to do is say, “Alexa, scan this to my shopping list.” Then, just hold the bar code on the package up to the screen. Alexa may have some problems recognizing some private ...

Weight Watchers has introduced a bar code scanner mobile application to help grocery shoppers make more informed shopping choices and reach their weight loss goals. The new app scans the bar codes on ...

Bar codes turn 40 this week, but they aren’t over the hill yet. It was a Thursday morning when the first unique sticker of white and black lines facilitated the purchase of a 10-pack of Juicy Fruit ...