October 1st, 2009

RedLaser - barcode scanning app

The latest version of the iPhone (the 3G S) is the first iPhone that’s ever got my interest. Previous versions seem to have missed some essential features present in the HTC range of smart-phones – copy and paste being one of my personal favourites. The new iPhone now has many of the features the range should have had from day one. The most publicised one of these being it’s new camera which allows the iPhone 3G S to capture video and take macro (close up) shots. It’s this macro feature which has provided the impetus for developers to create a new barcode scanning app called RedLaser.

RedLaser uses the macro photography and autofocus features available on the 3G S to take a detailed pic of a barcode and then use Google Product Search and Amazon shopping to give the user product details and RRP.

Reviews so far are looking very promising, and for about £1.19 you can get the full version for yourself. All I need now is the new iPhone to try it out for myself, although I’m still not sure I want to join the Apple-side.

Read more on RedLaser.com

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