Emerging+Technology

= Emerging Technology =

QR Codes
QR Codes, those strange-looking square symbols that seem to be popping up more and more frequently, were mentioned in the session, Top Tech Trends, by Aaron Schmidt of Portland, Oregon. Originally created as a means of tracking parts in vehicle manufacturing, QR codes can contain a tremendous amount of information including text, audio, and video. A QR reader app can be purchased for a couple of dollars by a smart phone user. Imagine the possible library applications: QR codes on shelves that provide the user with a video tour of that section of the library, for example. More information from Aaron Schmidt is available at his blog, WalkingPaper.org. Posted by Chris Passmore.

Database Apps
Apps are available for various personal electronic devices such as iPhone and iPod Touch that allow users to access online databases from their devices. I need to learn more about these. Posted by Chris Passmore