http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:24:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/blippar-firefox-real-world.html Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:25:17 +0000 Phone app makers want their service to become the default service when it comes to browsing the real world with the camera on your mobile device.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/magazine-updates-qr-codes.html Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:00:27 +0000 A local publication save printing cost and keeps information current by updating its issue using barcodes. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/digital-watermarks-qr-codes.html Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:15:05 +0000 Design magazine House Beautiful will feature 'Digimarc' icons on its ads for Glidden paint to prevent unaesthetic clutter.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/ar-app-layers-interactive-virtual-game-onto-physical-world-future-of-gaming.html Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:40:19 +0000 'Buffer Busters' is an augmented reality mobile gaming application that challenges users to hunt virtual ‘Buffer Monsters’ slowing down networks.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/psfk-picks-top-five-apps-of-the-week-8.html Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:30:51 +0000 A roundup of the latest, most fascinating apps we've learned about this past week.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/microsoft-releases-new-all-in-one-tag-qr-and-nfc-reader.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:43:29 +0000 The tech giant has debuted an updated version of their mobile reader that allows for brands and consumers to have easy access to multiple technologies and increased information.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/new-yorks-commuters-can-shop-toys-r-us-via-qr-code-headlines.html Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:15:46 +0000 Retail toy store opens virtual stores in New York airports and 40 New Jersey transit stations.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/male-targeted-qr-code-campaign-features-customized-shaving-sets.html Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:00:13 +0000 eShave's public ad campaign is geared towards the user group most likely to use this technology.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/qr-codes-appeal-to-very-limited-male-audience-headlines.html Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:21:10 +0000 A new study found that the majority of people who have scanned the barcodes are between ages 18 and 34, have an annual income of $100K or more, and are men.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/study-expects-nfc-to-take-over-qr-codes-headlines.html Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:00:27 +0000 Experts estimate that through 2015, near field communication will continue to replace QR code technology.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/british-department-store-launches-24-hour-virtual-shop.html Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:52:05 +0000 John Lewis trials window display with QR codes for shoppers to conveniently purchase items.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/changing-qr-codes-keep-shoppers-coming-back-for-more.html Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:42:19 +0000 Timeboxing gives companies the opportunity to change the content of their QR codes and social media links, enticing shoppers to return to the stores again.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/toyota-financial-services-app-utilizes-personalized-qr-codes-for-instant-account-access.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:45:46 +0000 Customers can now use their mobile device to speed up the payment process.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/ebay-uses-qr-codes-in-storefront-windows-to-encourage-charitable-donations.html Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:35:23 +0000 The Give a Toy Store displays come to life as people point their phones engaging them through interactivity.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/ebay-pop-up-boutique-allows-london-shoppers-to-scan-qr-codes-and-instantly-purchase-online.html Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:20:00 +0000 The largest online retailer launches its first store in London where shoppers can browse and pay for items using QR codes.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/shoppers-scan-qr-codes-embedded-on-holographic-greeters.html Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:47:39 +0000 The holographic greeter is taken to the next level with the incorporation of QR codes to deliver a complete immersion experience for consumers.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/real-estate-agency-utilizes-qr-codes-on-sale-boards.html Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:10:05 +0000 Strutt & Parker's new campaign provides instantaneous information to passers-by about houses for sale]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/footballers-sport-qr-code-haircuts-for-fa-cup-clash.html Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:03 +0000 The Bromley team shaved QR codes on the back of their heads to promote a betting website.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/psfks-top-five-stories-of-the-week-2.html Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:27:24 +0000 Review the best in design, trends, culture, arts and fashion in our weekly 'What's Trending Now' roundup.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/mazda-places-qr-codes-on-rental-cars-to-raise-awareness.html Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:47:15 +0000 One of the largest automotive manufacturers aims to increase sales with car renters.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/colorful-qr-code-art-infographic.html Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:59:39 +0000 Creative agency JESS3 has created a set of fun, illustrative QR codes. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/virtual-subway-shopping-spreads-to-prague-and-shanghai-headlines.html Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:15:35 +0000 Marketers are setting up QR code based stores in transit hubs around the globe.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/microsoft-tags-converted-into-interactive-digital-art.html Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:06:36 +0000 Mobile barcodes are used in the Tag: We're It project as a visually aesthetic installation in Austin, Texas. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/qr-codes-give-mixtapes-a-21st-century-update.html Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:20:32 +0000 UK collective Stupid has designed QR Code adorned greeting cards that send people Spotify playlists ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/need-to-know-10-must-read-posts-of-the-week-vol-12.html Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:25:42 +0000 A Bing Initiative: A weekly round-up of the top ten most popular posts on PSFK--from culture to technology, art to business, this list has it all.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/giant-rooftop-qr-codes-might-help-businesses-get-noticed-on-google.html Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:08:18 +0000 QR codes painted on rooftops might give businesses that extra marketing boost. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/how-designers-and-consumers-are-using-technology-in-the-home-to-improve-their-lives-sponsored.html Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:30:45 +0000 Insight into new technology products/services and their applications in the home [Sponsored]]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/qr-codes-on-chairs-connect-you-to-instructional-video.html Tue, 04 Oct 2011 11:50:04 +0000 Steelcase adds them to its best selling ergonomic models to help users find out useful information quickly.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/luxury-travelers-scan-porsches-qr-codes-printed-on-airplane-tickets.html Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:09:03 +0000 The automobile brand has teamed up with airlines to print QR codes on the back of boarding passes to enable passengers to view Porsche's promotional materials on their mobile devices.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/5-ways-qr-codes-could-shake-up-the-2012-election-headlines.html Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:54:51 +0000 This new technology could revolutionize how candidates conduct their campaigns. ]]>