Watch out for other QR code scams, not just parking ones. The Federal Trade Commission issued this warning, saying “some crafty scammers” might text or email you a code and make up a reason ...

You’ve almost certainly used QR codes before—it’s when you point your phone’s camera at a square barcode to access a menu, a form, or even an app, and then tap on the link that appears.

The QR code (short for Quick Response code) was invented in 1994 by Denso Wave, a former subsidiary of Toyota, as a means of efficiently tracking vehicles and parts during the manufacturing process.

(Image 2) In the Scan Code menu (Image 3), choose one of the two options: a) Tap on Picture to load the QR code image from your storage. The Escapist is supported by our audience. When you ...

QR (or Quick Response) codes are now commonly used for a range of purposes, from viewing menus at restaurants and cafes, to product packaging and returns. The technology isn't exactly new (these ...