Why you should avoid scanning an unknown QR code

QR codes can act as a convenient shortcut but, in the right hands, it can also be a tool for scammers. Here's why you should ...

How to scan a QR code safely using your smartphone

Not all smartphones require a third-party app to scan QR codes. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how to scan codes using ...
Android Authority

Here's a demo of Circle to Search's upcoming QR code scan feature

Google is working to bring onscreen barcode and QR code scanning features to Circle to Search. We now have a working demo of the feature. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a ...
Android Authority

Circle to Search now automatically scans barcodes and QR codes

Google is rolling out barcode and QR code support in Circle to Search. The feature automatically scans barcodes and QR codes and presents a chip that takes you to the result. Circle to Search is ...
Android Police

QR codes: Everything to know about the machine-readable code

I am an author and features writer at Android Police. I primarily writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest smartphone apps and features for Android Police since joining the team in early ...
Android Police

QR code hacking: How to protect yourself from rogue QR codes

Parth is a technology analyst and writer specializing in the comprehensive review and feature exploration of the Android ecosystem. His work focus on productivity apps and flagship devices, ...
Forbes

Google And Police Issue QR Code Attack Warnings—What To Do

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. The simple answer, and the one most often provided in online ...