5 reasons you’re probably wasting time with QR codes

Do you know what QR codes are? Have you ever seen one? Have you ever used one? If so, comment on your experience.


Now, read this article on GIGAOM about QR codes and make a definition of what a QR code is in your own words.

How are QR codes supporters selling them? According to them, what do QR codes join?









Then, have a look at these headings from the article:

Not everybody has a smartphone

The process can be confusing

They lack cross-media functionality

They may trouble for the consumers

A bad experience could be prohibitive

And match each phrase below with its corresponding heading:

• QR codes can't be broadcasted
• QR codes are not fit for every mobile phone
• Over 30% of schoolers have heard about QR codes
• The use of QR codes should be limited to adequate sources
• The way QR codes are shown does not really promote the trade name well.

Read the article again, carefully, looking up any words you may not know. Finally try to associate the words below with the adequate definition or synonym:

WORDS FROM THE ARTICLE	DEFINITIONS/SYNONYMS
Blotchy Hype Tout Figure out Billboard Glare Muck up Allotament Tech-savvy On the go	Having practical knowledge of technology Strong light Amount There and then Spoil Large panel Irregularly spotted Sell Find, understand how Intensive promotion

When you are ready, check the answers for these last two tasks.