Thursday, September 22, 2011

QR Technology

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1) Most of you have probably seen icons like the one above around but didn't know what they were. These little squares that contain black and white pixels are popping up everywhere. They are called  QR codes (Quick Response Codes). Earlier this year Jeff Utecht, claimed 2011 would be  "The year of the QR code".  This means it will be the latest technology that will explode in the mainstream.  He explains what QR are and how they are used at the following link - recent blog post.  Read his thoughts on QR and what others have posted. 

Can your phone decode these secret messages? 

2) I generated the QR code above that contains a secret message...so if you have a device that can read QR codes give it a whirl.  If you don't have a device, come to the teacher station and read my secret code with the iPhone. You can also create your own "secret code" using the following site -  Here is a site.  Create your own QR code - it's fun and easy to use. Think of a message you would like to create - post your QR code on your blog. (to post it you must first save it to your P drive as a jpg then upload it to your blog)

3) Record the following link in your Delicious Account - tag as QRcodes qr http://qrcode.kaywa.com/ 
4) Read through the comments people left on Jeff's post, some people are skeptical of QR codes but others have some pretty neat ideas of how they can be used. Either way, something to keep your eye on as we move forward into 2011.

Do you have any thoughts about QR codes?  What purpose or application for them in advertising, education, or other areas do you see?  Post your response to the above on your blog. 
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10 comments:

  1. alex whittingtonSeptember 23, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    I personaly do not like the idea of this for every day use. I do like this idea for secret services or companies. Not everyone has an android phone or wants to download somthing.

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    1.No my phone can not do that because i don't have a smart phone.
    2. No i do not i don't see any purpose because its just for fun.
    Rylee Smith

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  3. TaylorSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I have posted my response on my personal blog, Ms. Lang.

    http://bhs72810.blogspot.com/2011/09/re-qr-technology.html

    -Taylor Maley

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    I posted my response to my blog at
    http://BHS34864.blogstop.com

    -Haylee Horn

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    i think it's kind of cool, its like a new way of leaving a message.

    ---Derek Oberle---

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    I think it's cool , but not everyone has the phone for it , or wants to download the thing to see it.
    -Pheriba Walker

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I wouldn't like using it every day but I think it would be good for secrets. My phone could do that if i got the application for it.

    Julia Keister

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    I don’t like the idea of QR codes. I think it will be easier to get facts and things for school although if people get to dependant they won’t have to think anymore.
    Katie Dunnett

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    Me I think personaly that it's a good idea, but not everyone has iphones to do this.
    I can see it in education, advertising, and mabey even teaching.
    - Shelby Fistler

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  10. AnonymousOctober 10, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    eh its alright not a neccesary thing to have for everyone

    -david sieja-

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