So this morning, I wake up and walk up stairs… this happens every morning. Just like every other morning of my life, I am more of a semi-functional zombie trying to drag myself to the shower than a chipper human being. My eyes are half open, my feet are barely moving, and what do I …
Technology
Stop being stupid with QR codes
Apparently I’m one of the only people in the world saying this, but most QR code uses are bad. QR codes can be used as a marketing solution, but effective use is as rare as finding a Picasso painting at a garage sale. For example, here’s the latest effort from our own state DMV. Get …
Improve your golf game
If you are into golf then getting your clubs custom fit is a must. My wife recently purchased for me a new set of TaylorMade R11 irons. Knowing that I will be using these clubs for years to come, I wanted to have them custom fitted to me. Typically, one would think this service would …
QR Codes
As mobile phones become more powerful and data plans more affordable, the perfect solution to marketing to the mobile phone user is now here. This solution is called QR Codes, or Quick Response Codes. These codes are scanned by your cell phone for an instant look at the products website. Whether it’s a URL link, …
QR codes in a big box store
I found it interesting that Best Buy is now using QR codes on their product tags. Being curious as to how Best Buy is taking advantage of QR coding, I took out my Evo and scanned the code attached to the product, in this case a TV. The code directed me to a web page …