Press Releases

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the arrival of the DuraSled Bluetooth Barcode Scanners for the iPhone 15. Our DuraSled models combine 1D/2D barcode scanning capabilities into a handheld sled case for iPhones, creating a one-handed solution. Now, compatibility for Apple iPhone 15 has been added for all models, making the DuraSled solutions more versatile and valuable than ever.

Socket Mobile is proud to announce our comprehensive Recycling Center and Outlet Store, marking a significant stride in our commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible global citizenship. This initiative offers customers the dual benefits of being able to recycle/trade in old units and offering the option to purchase high-quality, factory-certified refurbished data capture devices at a reduced cost.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce that its SocketScan S550 NFC Mobile Wallet Reader is Apple VAS Certified. Apple's Value Added Services (VAS) focus on storing and utilizing digital passes within the Apple Wallet. To use these NFC passes in the Apple Wallet, compatible readers must support the Apple VAS protocol. Socket Mobile's S550 complies with Apple's NFC VAS Protocol and is certified to select and retrieve mobile passes from the Apple wallet resident on iPhones and Apple Watches.

Socket Mobile is proud to announce that you can now upgrade from our free SocketCam C820 to the SocketCam C860 on Android. The C860 is our newest, enhanced camera-based barcode scanner that turns any mobile device into a robust scanning solution capable of reading damaged and other difficult-to-read barcodes in adverse conditions.

Socket Mobile proudly announces that the SocketScan S370 Universal NFC & QR Code Mobile Wallet Reader has achieved Certification Release 13 (CR13) certification from the NFC Forum Certification Program. The S370 has passed a rigorous testing and validation process by the program, further certifying its interoperability and performance within a vast NFC environment. With this advancement, our partners can now support the broadest contactless portfolio along with the latest 1D/2D barcode technology— all with a single reader.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the expansion of the DuraScan Wear™ line of wearable scanning solutions to support 2D barcodes. Experience unparalleled comfort, mobility, and efficiency with the NEW DuraScan Wear DW940. Engineered for scenarios when precision and speed are paramount, this wearable scanner empowers workers with the flexibility to use both hands— revolutionizing data capture tasks in warehousing, manufacturing, pick & pack, and distribution.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the expansion of the XtremeScan™ line of industrial iPhone scanning solutions to support the latest iPhone models and 2D barcodes. The addition of the XtremeScan XS940 and XtremeScan Grip XG940 enables industries to use the latest iPhone technology and easily add 1D and 2D barcode scanning, a move toward the future of data capture within extreme work environments.

It is now possible to upgrade from its free SocketCam C820 to the SocketCam C860, an enhanced camera-based barcode scanner for iOS. The C860 is the newest version of the SocketCam product family that turns any mobile device into a robust scanning solution capable of reading damaged and other difficult-to-read barcodes in all conditions.

CaptureSDK and its entire line of barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers have been thoroughly tested and have achieved full compatibility with iOS 17. iOS 17 compatibility across the entire Socket Mobile product line ensures that Apple iPhone users can maximize the utility of both their Socket Mobile device and their Bluetooth-paired Apple device.

Socket Mobile is expanding into the $5.6 billion industrial barcode scanning market with the launch of the XtremeScan line, designed specifically for iPhone 14 and 14 Pro. These products combine the versatility of iPhones with the rugged protection needed for extreme work environments, transforming them into powerful industrial tools. The XtremeScan family includes diverse options like the XtremeScan Case XC100, XtremeScan XS930, and XtremeScan Grip XG930, ensuring tailored solutions for various scanning needs.

Socket Mobile'ss SocketScan S550 NFC Mobile Wallet Reader is fully certified under the FeliCa card standard. FeliCa certification establishes a common RF standard that allows interconnectivity between FeliCa devices. Now, the SocketScan S550 meets the FeliCa RF standards, further enhancing secure, global RFID transactions with seamless app integration.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the launch of the DuraScan Wear DW930, the first wearable addition to the DuraScan product line. Designed to meet the growing demands of industries such as warehousing, manufacturing, and distribution, the DW930 offers hands-free, versatile barcode scanning for rigorous work environments.

FREMONT, Calif., May 30, 2023 – Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity, today announced completion of a secured subordinated convertible note financing of $1,600,000.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce that the SocketScan S550 is compatible with the CIPURSE card standard. CIPURSE is an open international security standard defined by the Open Standard for Public Transport (OSPT) to ensure transit systems and payments interoperability. Now, Socket Mobile's SocketScan S550 NFC Mobile Wallet Reader meets the ISO 14443 Type A and ISO 14443 Type B requirements under the CIPURSE standards.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the arrival of the DuraSled Bluetooth Barcode Scanners for the iPhone 14. Socket Mobile’s DuraSled models combine 1D/2D Bluetooth barcode scanning capabilities into a handheld sled case for iPhone, creating a versatile one-handed solution.

Socket Mobile will be adding support for MAUI in the latest update of their C# nuget package for CaptureSDK. MAUI is the replacement for Xamarin from Microsoft and will be the new way to develop cross-platform mobile and desktop apps in C# going forward.

CaptureSDK and our entire line of barcode scanners and NFC readers/writers have reached full compatibility with iPadOS 16. Socket ensures their devices stay up to date and compatible with the latest Apple updates, and even with the latest addition of iPadOS 16, Socket users can be assured that their tools will continue to adapt and perform.

Socket Mobile is excited to announce the launch of their new attachable linear barcode and QR code readers, SocketScan S820, DuraScan D820, and DuraSled DS820.

We are excited to announce that its CaptureSDK and entire line of barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers have been fully tested and have achieved full compatibility with iOS 16. In addition, Swift Package Manager support has also been added to Socket Mobile’s CaptureSDK.

We are excited to launch our SM Keyboard application that includes support for free camera-based scanning with SocketCam C820.