Socket Mobile, Inc.

10/01/2026

Cordless scanning that keeps up!

Move freely around the checkout while Magic Dock ensures your SocketScan S721 is always connected, charged, and ready for Shopify POS: https://www.socketmobile.com/products/s721

10/01/2026

A new survey found that 68% of US and Canadian respondents are likely to adopt mobile driver's licenses, with government-issued digital ID channels preferred over commercial wallets.

68% of US and Canadian respondents likely to adopt mobile driver’s licenses, with government-issued digital ID channels preferred over commercial wallets.

09/10/2026

Federal regulators have clarified that banks and credit unions can use state-issued mobile driver's licenses and other verifiable digital credentials for identity verification.

That’s an important step toward a future where opening an account and accessing financial services can happen securely from a smartphone.

But making digital IDs work requires reliable ways to read, capture, and authenticate those credentials. That’s where Socket Mobile comes in, with NFC and QR-based solutions supporting the ISO 18013-5 standard.

Banks and credit unions can use state-issued mobile driver’s licenses and other government-issued verifiable credentials to verify the identities of customers.

09/04/2026

Mobile driver’s licenses continue moving from pilot programs to everyday use. A recent Biometric Update article highlights the growing U.S. mDL ecosystem, with more states launching programs, Apple and Google Wallet integrations expanding, and TSA increasing acceptance of digital IDs.

🤳 As digital identity becomes part of everyday transactions, secure, fast and reliable ID verification is more important than ever. That's where Socket Mobile comes in.

New state launches, wallet integrations and TSA acceptance show mobile driver's licenses moving beyond pilots into everyday use.

09/04/2026

“This is just the beginning for 2D barcodes. Point of sale is key for Sunrise 2027 — that’s going to be the first driver, but there’s going to be so much future enablement out there.”

In this NACS article, GS1 US explores how 2D barcodes can help convenience retailers tackle some of their most pressing challenges, from managing perishables and responding to recalls to automating routine processes.

2D barcodes have the power to enable more autonomous functions and boost customer engagement.

09/01/2026

Mobile driver's licenses take off in another state!

Colorado residents can now add their mDL to their myColorado app for use at Denver International Airport and more than 250 participating airports across the country.

Colorado residents can now get through airport security checkpoints across the U.S. by using their phone to provide ID.

08/31/2026

The shift from one-dimensional UPC labels to two-dimensional barcodes is set to unlock major benefits for retailers, manufacturers, and consumers — from richer product info to better inventory visibility and traceability. In particular, 2D barcodes could enable potentially contaminated products to be identified and removed faster, helping prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses and reducing the risk of large-scale outbreaks.

On June 26, 1974, a cashier at a Marsh supermarket in Troy, Ohio, scanned a pack of Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit gum and changed the way we buy things forever.

08/24/2026

We're excited to announce a strategic collaboration with Orda to bring integrated mobile ordering and self-checkout technology to enterprise workplace dining.

By combining Orda’s mobile ordering platform with Socket Mobile’s S320 contactless barcode scanner, food service operators can deliver a faster, more intuitive checkout experience while improving speed, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

The solution has already been deployed in partnership with Great Performances throughout New York City, including Silverstein Properties and the Rockefeller Foundation, with opportunities to scale across corporate campuses, healthcare, universities, stadiums, airports, and more: https://www.socketmobile.com/knowledge-center/news-updates/press-releases/details/socket-mobile-and-orda-expand-enterprise-workplace-dining-with-integrated-mobile-ordering-and-self-checkout-solution

08/18/2026

North Carolina is preparing to become the latest state to roll out a mobile driver's license program through the launch of the NC Wallet app, with Apple Wallet support expected to follow by early 2027.

North Carolina is preparing to launch digital driver's licenses, with Apple Wallet support expected in early 2027 after an initial rollout through the state's own NC Wallet app.

08/17/2026

A recent survey by GS1 UK highlights a problem many pharmacy teams know all too well: barcode inconsistencies can add workload to already-stretched pharmacy staff.

Every failed scan can mean another manual lookup, another keystroke, another opportunity for error — and another few seconds added to a workflow that happens hundreds or thousands of times a day.

That’s why reliable data capture matters. Socket Mobile's solutions are built to help pharmacies do just that quickly and accurately — from drug verification to inventory management: https://www.socketmobile.com/solutions/healthcare/pharmacy-drug-verification

A pharmacy survey warns that inconsistent medicine barcodes are increasing staff workload and creating potential risks for patients.