In the last few months, the idea of using a camera phone to scan some kind of barcode or barcode-like system has been getting a lot more attention - despite many similar attempts over the years. There are some that focus on reading standard barcodes in stores, and others, such as Semacode, that let users create their own Semacode barcodes and place them anywhere they want to display additional mobile information.
http://www.thefeature.com/article?articleid=100700They talk about including the codes on maps, so someone could quickly use their cameraphone to snap a picture of the code for a particular location, and get immediate info about what events were happening there or where the nearest cash machine might be.
All about QR codes QR code generatorVodaphone Barcode Reader Phone
http://www.vodafone.jp/english/products/kisyu/j_sh09/The barcode scanner is smart enough to read two barcode formats (JAN/QR codes). Record barcode information such as mobile phone numbers or mail. You can even record urls for easy access to the Internet.
Scan a barcode, find a shop
http://newpaper.asia1.com.sg/top/story/0,4136,64804-1,00.htmlLooking for something to do on a Sunday in the tiny Ginza district? Open a map of Ginza and scan the barcode to bring up information about restaurants and shops. A push of a button allows users to make a phone call easily , send an e-mail or surf the Net without having to manually input the information.
