Smartphones Can Now Access NYC Construction Info
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) -- New York City was using technology that can provide instant information about construction projects through a smartphone.
Quick Response Codes were used for product packaging and advertising. Local governments are starting to use them as well.
In New York City, a smartphone can now be used to read the code on construction permits.
Users can take a cell phone picture of the code, and the application lets them access online information.
The mayor and buildings commissioner planned a demonstration of the technology on Tuesday.
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