Anyline Debuts Barcode:AI for Intelligent, High-Speed Barcode Scanning

Vienna, April 29, 2024 – Anyline, a global leader in AI-powered mobile data capture and insights, today announced the launch of Barcode:AI, the next generation of its powerful barcode scanning technology. Anyline’s innovative SDK is the first to combine advanced artificial intelligence (AI), real-time augmented reality (AR) and high-performance barcode scanning into a single mobile-first solution for industries like retail, logistics, manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceutical and more.

Barcode:AI builds on Anyline’s extensive expertise in mobile scanning with industry-leading speed and advanced accuracy and adaptability. With the power to scan 33 scans per seconds and up to 25 codes simultaneously, Barcode:AI is designed to meet today’s fast-paced demands for mobile data capture.

“Barcode AI isn’t just an upgrade—it’s the next chapter in operational intelligence,” said Lukas Kinigadner, Co-CEO of Anyline. “By combining AI, AR and mobile-first performance, we’ve built an unprecedented scanning experience that adapts, learns and works in real-world conditions where traditional scanners fall short.”

Built to See What Others Miss

Barcode:AI gives businesses a powerful edge in data capture through:

• Enhanced recognition of damaged or low-quality barcodes using contextual image processing
• Reliable scanning in low-light, glare or cluttered environments
• Fast, multi-code capture and intelligent interpretation at scale
• Versatile data recognition across QR, 1D/2D and alphanumeric codes
• Seamless AI integration for smart guidance, anomaly detection, and automated data validation

Augmented Reality for Frontline Productivity

Barcode:AI features configurable AR overlays with real-time visual instructions to enhance workflows like shelf management, inventory handling and self-scanning—helping frontline workers complete tasks faster, more accurately and with less training.

“We built Barcode:AI for forward-looking businesses ready to move beyond outdated hardware,” added Kinigadner. “Our SDK redefines what’s possible on a mobile device—bringing intelligence, precision and speed together in a single tool.”

Trusted by Industry Leaders

shopreme, a pioneer and global technology leader in smart retail checkout, is using Barcode:AI to enhance self-scanning accuracy and improve the customer experience. By leveraging Anyline’s high-performance barcode solution, shopreme ensures that customers can scan items quickly and reliably, even with challenges like poor lighting or damaged labels. The result is a seamless, frustration-free checkout process that reduces errors and increases shoppers’ confidence.

“For self-scanning to work at scale, accuracy is everything,” said Nico Müller, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of shopreme.“Anyline’s Barcode:AI fits seamlessly into our unified Self-Checkout Ecosystem, ensuring that every scan is fast and precise for customers.”

As industries shift toward smarter, AI-driven data capture, Barcode:AI is setting a new standard in smart retail, ensuring that every scan is fast, precise and effortless for the end user. This product launch pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in barcode scanning, AI automation and AR-driven workforce efficiency.

Now Available

Barcode:AI is available today for iOS, Android and web, with SDKs available for embedded and enterprise systems. Developers and enterprise teams can get started here.