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Method and system for utilizing a digital camera for retrieving and utilizing barcode information

  • US 7,347,373 B2
  • Filed: 07/08/2004
  • Issued: 03/25/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/08/2004
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for utilizing an image capture device for obtaining information relating to an item having a barcode corresponding to a barcode number, the method comprising:

  • capturing an image of the barcode, wherein the barcode includes a graphical portion and a text portion;

    converting a combination of the graphical portion and the text portion of the captured barcode image to the barcode number; and

    utilizing the barcode number to remotely access a category of information related to the item and including information for at least one other product having a different barcode number.

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