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Exciting News: Release of barKoder SDK v1.6.4 and barKoder App

barKoder, a leader in the field of mobile and web barcode scanning solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of barKoder SDK 1.6.4 and barKoder App on Playstore and Appstore. This latest release brings an array of enhancements to our barcode scanning technology.

New Feature: AR Mode Enhancements.

  • AR Mode now supports real-time scanning and identification of multiple items simultaneously.
  • Utilizes AR overlays to highlight only relevant barcodes, streamlining searches and boosting scanning accuracy.
  • Works out of the box—no additional setup required.
  • Android (ARM32): Added OCR support for ARM32 devices, expanding compatibility and functionality.

 

New Class: BarkoderARConfig

  • Introduced the BarkoderARConfig class to the SDK, providing developers with advanced configuration capabilities for AR-enhanced scanning.
  • Supports customization of:
    • AR behavior modes
    • Overlay rendering and visual styling
    • Gesture controls
    • Header display settings
  • Delivers a smoother, more interactive, and user-friendly AR barcode scanning experience.
  • Lib version 1.5.5.3

Fixes

  • Linux: Resolved memory leak issues for improved stability.
  • Android (ARM32): Fixed Dotcode recognition issue on ARM32 architecture.

Improvements

  • 1D Barcode Detection: Enhanced accuracy and reliability in various scanning conditions.
  • 2D Barcode Localization: Improved precision in identifying and locating 2D barcodes.
  • QR Micro: Optimized recognition and decoding performance for QR Micro codes.

Platform Updates

  • .NET SDK: General updates and optimizations for improved performance and compatibility.

 

The new version of our SDK can be obtained by registering on the barKoder Developer Portal and visiting our Repository sub-page. Each registered account can utilize the self-service for generating a completely free trial license for an initial duration of 30 days that will grant you a full run to evaluate the capabilities of our mobile & web barcode scanner SDK for up to 25 devices. If your project has somewhat different requirements, we'll be happy to hear from you.

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