QR-Code Readers
If you are looking to download a QR-Code reader (software) so that you can scan and read mobile barcodes (QR-Codes), you have come to the right place. We have compiled a list of the best QR-Code reading software available to download on the internet. If the QR-Code reader is not on our list, it's not worth worrying about.
Please find below available reading software and information about how to download and install the QR-Code readers.
Software
Please select a software vender from the list:
KAYWA Reader
Instructions
You can download the KAYWA reader directly to your PC or MAC and then use bluetooth or a USB cable to transfer the files to your mobile phone (requires registration) or you can download it directly to your mobile phone by visiting the following web address: http://reader.kaywa.com/ - Kaywa will then check to see if your mobile phone is compatible with there software.
Compatibility
From the KAYWA website, it appears that only Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and Sony Ericsson mobile phones are supported. If your phone isn't listed, provide your email to receive updates on new launches.
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Nokia Reader
Instructions
Alternatively, if you do not have the software, you can use the following method to download it; please visit the Nokia N80 device page on the Nokia website. On the left hand menu, select 'Phone Software', then 'Smartphone'. Scroll down the page until you see 'Barcode reader'. Follow the link and instructions and you can download the software to your PC. You will then need to download the Nokia PC Suite in order to transfer the files to your mobile phone.
Additionally, if you have the Download! application on your mobile phone, you can use that to get the reader.
Compatibility
From the Nokia website, it appears that only the Nokia N80, N93, N93i, N95 and E90 support the reader. This will more than likely change as new phones are released with better image capturing software.
i-nigma Reader
Instructions
You can download the reader directly to your mobile phone by visiting the web address: http://www.i-nigma.mobi/ - or you can send a SMS (text message) containing i-nigma to: +44 7781 48934 and you will be sent the link to the software. Alternatively, you can register online and i-nigma will send you a SMS with a link to the software.
Compatibility
The i-nigma reader is supported by the following mobile phone manufacturers: Dopod, HTC, i-mate, LG, Mio, Motorola, Nokia, Orange SPV, Palm, QTek, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, T-Mobile, Cingular, O2, Sprint, Swisscom, Verizon, Vodafone and more.
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Active Print Reader
The Active Print reader is only designed for series 60 camera phones e.g. Nokia 3650. You can download the software from the Active Point website.
Due to the low compatibility of the Active Print reader, please visit the Active Point website for more details on how to download the reader.
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UpCode
Instructions
You can download the reader directly to your mobile phone by visiting the web address: http://www.upcode.fi/ - or you can send a SMS (text message) containing to: +358 50 3100075 (no word required) and you will be sent the link to the software. Alternatively, you can download the software directly to your PC or MAC via the UpCode website.
Compatibility
The UpCode reader is supported by the following mobile phone manufacturers: Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Siemens, Panasonic, Blackberry, LG, HTC and Vodafone.
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QuickMark
Instructions
In order to download the reader, you are required to register for an account before you get access to the download.
Compatibility
The QuickMark reader is supported by the following mobile phone manufacturers: ASUS, AT&T, BenQ, CHT, Cingular, CMCC, Dopod, Emobile, ETEN, Fujitsu-Siemens, GIGABYTE, HP, HTC, HUAWEI, iDo, i-mate, Lenovo, LG, Lobster, Mio, Motorola, Nokia, O2, OKWAP, Orange, Panasonic, Pantech, Qtek, Samsung, Siemens, SoftBank, Sony Ericsson, Sprint, wisscom, T-Mobile, UBiQUiO, UTStarcom and Vodafone.
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SnapMaze
Instructions
To download the SnapMaze QR-code reader, please visit http://mobile.snapmaze.com/jar/ directly via your mobile phone. You will then be presented with a link. that once selected will begin the download of the reader to your mobile phone. You can also download the software to your PC and then transfer it your mobile phone via bluetooth/infrared.
Compatibility
The SnapMaze reader is compatible with all J2ME MIDP 2.0 , CLDC 1.1 mobile phones. Basically, you must have a Java enabled mobile phone. Most Nokia 6XXX and NXX series. Sony Ericsson KXXX and WXXX series. Also limited Motorola and Samsung models.
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BeeTag
Instructions
Downloading the BeeTag reader can be done via four simple methods: visit http://get.beetagg.com/ directly via your mobile phone for a download link. Visit their website, enter your mobile phone number and BeeTagg will send you an SMS along with a link to the reader. You can also send a SMS with text BEE to +44 762 480 24 86 and they will send you a SMS back with a link to the reader.
Compatibility
The BeeTagg QR-Code reader is compatible with over 50 mobile phones including major brands such as Apple, Blackberry, HTC, LG, Mio, Motorola, Nokia, Palm, Samsung, Siemens, SonyEricsson and SPV.
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Feedback
If you have another QR-Code reader you would like to share with us, please contact us with the details and we will add it to our list.
Additionally, if you have any feedback or reviews of any of these QR-Code readers, please tell us as we are keen to help our users and your feedback or review may come in handy when selecting a reader to install.
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