QR Code Scanner 2.5.0.522
The applications that are available for reading and deciphering these codes are quite a few, so you should have no problems in finding the one that's right for you. QR Code Scanner is one of those apps and it offers a friendly approach to interpreting the information stored by these codes.
Plain and simple front-end for quick scans
The interface that greets you when opening the application is very simple, as it consists mainly of a large preview for the phone camera that is used for scanning the QR codes.
There are no operational commands or other elements you might be used with from similar apps. However, the GUI is not as clean as it should because is hosts advertisement banners in every screen and prompts to rate the application will appear on a regular basis.
Get accurate scans and store them inside the app
Operating this utility is a breeze because all you have to do is basically hold the phone steady so as the camera can focus on the target code. The program does the everything else automatically and the information contained by that label will be displayed in a second or two, after the QR code is scanned.
QR Code Scanner stores all the processed items in the "History" area, so you can check out in a simple manner the information discovered by the app. By default, a beep and a vibration will let you know when the label was successfully scanned and deciphered. You can deactivate any of these notifications from the "Settings" area.
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Design / UI3
The looks of this app are practically non-existent, as it only has some menus for reviewing the history of the scanned QR codes and adjusting the running options. More so, the ads are shown all through the application and some annoying prompts are present as well. |
Function9
QR Code Scanner works very well and without glitches, managing to display almost instantly the information stored by a lot of code types. The logging feature it comes with is a neat addition for those who want to review the scanned items. |
Security6
Since it is basically a pocket scanner for barcodes, this utility should leave alone all the data on the phone, but instead it accesses phone and owner identities, looks into phone dialer and location services. |
Battery6
Given the way in which this app works, it can be quite battery intensive if users leave it in viewfinder mode at all times. When used occasionally and without keeping the live view active, the power consumption will decrease to moderate levels. |
Price8
The ease of use and accuracy in scanning the codes, as well as the logging feature are advantages of this application that would score maximum points if it weren't for the intrusive adverts and prompts, coupled with the fact that it peeks into secure areas for no good reason. |
Compatibility9
QR Code Scanner is ready to be used with all Windows Phone 7.5 and above handsets that have a screen resolution of HD720P (720x1280), WVGA (480x800) or WXGA (768x1280) and an on-board camera. |
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 2.5.0.522
- reviewed version:
- 1.2.0.0
- developer:
- Tap Plex
- category:
- UTILITIES
- os version req.:
- 7.5, 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 5164