News & Updates

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the expansion of its XtremeScan family of industrial barcode scanners with the launch of three new XtremeScan Mag products: XS640, XS630, and XG630. These innovative BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) scanners are designed to meet the needs of modern mobile workforces, offering seamless integration with iPhone 16 and all other mobile devices while delivering high-performance barcode scanning in demanding environments.

From shampoo and hair spray to nail polishes and lotions, salons rely on maintaining optimal inventory levels to operate smoothly and meet dye-namic client expectations. However, supply company field sales reps often face challenges when tracking and managing inventory data across multiple salon locations. By integrating innovative scanning solutions, app providers can empower reps to focus on what matters most—accurate inventory tracking, streamlined order fulfillment, which leads to happy salon-owning customers.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce that CaptureSDK and its entire line of barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers have been thoroughly tested and have achieved full compatibility with iOS 18. CaptureSDK's support for iOS 18 means that business applications continue to run smoothly on Apple's latest platform, offering stability, efficiency, and access to the newest features. Users can seamlessly integrate the latest Apple advancements into their workflow and expect optimal performance from both devices.

You’re already relying on CaptureSDK to power your app’s data capture capabilities, but staying up to date with the latest version is critical to ensuring optimal performance and compatibility. While older versions still provide the performance you’ve come to rely on, updating (and staying current) with the latest version keeps your app in sync with the latest advancements and our newest products, delivering the best experience for your users.

Socket Mobile is thrilled to introduce the latest addition to our XtremeScan family: the XtremeScan Mag XG640, a rugged barcode scanner designed to meet the unique demands of the transportation and logistics industry. This innovative scanning solution redefines mobile workforce efficiency by delivering exceptional scanning performance while seamlessly integrating with any mobile device through its BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) design.

Socket Mobile, a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity, today announced completion of a net secured subordinated convertible note financing of $1,000,000. The proceeds will be used to increase the Company’s working capital balances.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the launch of the SocketScan S320, a Countertop QR Code Payment Reader designed to facilitate consumer-presented QR code operations. With a primary focus on QR code payments, the S320 provides a reliable and efficient solution for consumers to complete transactions by simply presenting their QR code credentials. Its advanced technology is matched by a convenient, user-friendly design—effortlessly handling a broad spectrum of scanning tasks even in fully mobile, wireless settings.

Socket Mobile today announced the appointment of Alexis Hartmann to our Board of Directors. Alexis brings over 20 years of leadership and SaaS experience and is actively involved as an investor in various startups, guiding co-founders through pivotal stages of development. Socket Mobile looks forward to leveraging his expertise to drive innovation and growth across multiple facets of our business.

Integrating advanced data capture capabilities into your iOS application might seem daunting, but with Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK and SocketCam camera-scanning, it's simpler than you might imagine. Our latest video tutorial, put together by our expert developer, demonstrates just how easy it is to add high-performance barcode scanning functionalities to your app.

Socket Mobile, a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced workplace productivity, today reported financial results that are determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States ("GAAP") for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the launch of the XtremeScan Mag XG640, a rugged scanning solution designed to transform operations in the transportation and logistics sectors. The XG640 delivers exceptional scanning performance and easily integrates with the employee’s phone (Bring Your Own Device - BYOD) using a secure magnetic attachment system, providing the optimal solution to enhance efficiency and convenience in mobile workforces.

Socket Mobile, a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2024 financial results at the close of the market on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024. Management will also host a conference call to discuss these results that will begin at 5 p.m. Eastern Time (2 p.m. Pacific Time).

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the addition of SocketCam C860 advanced camera scanning support for our Flutter CaptureSDK! SocketCam C860 is the newest version of the SocketCam product family that turns any mobile device into a robust scanning solution. This advanced, subscription-based update enables Flutter developers to serve users with more demanding, complex scanning requirements.

June 26th, 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of the first commercial barcode scan, a moment that transformed retail and product management. In 1974, a pack of Wrigley's Juicy Fruit gum was first scanned at a grocery store in Troy, Ohio, forever changing the way we track products and handle data. Now, the barcode rules our everyday systems—from keeping inventory in check for businesses to tracking our personal packages to our doorstep. As we evolve toward the future of data capture, it's important to remember how far we've come and prepare ourselves for the next adventure in barcode scanning.

Warehouses can be bustling hubs of activity with shipments coming, going, and crossing paths around the clock. From counting inventory to picking and packing hundreds of orders, warehousing activities require versatile data capture solutions that keep pace with user demands. Explore how integrating the right warehousing scanning solutions can empower users to optimize performance and streamline complex logistical processes.

Socket Mobile, a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced workplace productivity, today reported financial results that are determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

Socket Mobile, a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity, today announced that it will release its first quarter 2024 financial results at the close of the market on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Management will also host a conference call to discuss these results that will begin at 5 p.m. Eastern Time (2 p.m. Pacific Time).

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the launch of SocketCam C860 advanced camera scanning support for our .NET MAUI CaptureSDK. .NET MAUI (formerly Xamarin) is a versatile open-source app development platform created by Microsoft that allows developers to create fully native, multi-platform apps with a single code-base. Now, Socket Mobile is introducing advanced camera scanning support to enable .NET MAUI/Xamarin developers to meet the demands of users requiring more robust scanning capabilities.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the addition of SocketCam C860 camera scanning support for our Flutter CaptureSDK. Flutter is an open-source framework created by Google for building natively compiled, multi-platform applications from a single codebase. Flutter is used by over two million developers and has quickly become a popular cross-platform mobile framework. Now, Socket Mobile is adding advanced camera scanning support for our Flutter developers, allowing them to serve users with more demanding scanning requirements.

As an app provider, facilitating a seamless data capture experience for your users requires a keen eye for reliability and adaptability. While hardware barcode scanners are reliable in many situations, having a versatile backup solution can be critical for emergencies. This is where integrating camera-based barcode scanning software into your app becomes a pivotal asset for your users.