Imagine a QR code that instantly makes the person scanning it a fan of a brand, company, or personality on Facebook without ever typing a URL. Google’s also been encouraging the use of QR codes.

Starting with iOS 11, the built-in Camera app is able to scan QR codes without the need for an additional app. Also, with iOS 12, Apple added a Control Center shortcut that will quickly get you ...

QR codes are now vital. They bridge physical and digital realms. Individuals use them for Wi-Fi sharing and contact exchange.

Adobe Scan can pull data from business cards automatically to create contacts, much like Google Lens, and text in forms and documents is indexed for searching.