The startup, which focuses on product discovery through barcode scanning, is releasing an update to its iPhone app that lets kids create mobile wish lists they can send straight to the big guy at the North Pole.
The feel-good Holiday Wish List update includes themed fare and encourages kids to create a wish list or two by scanning product barcodes in stores or browsing products via the app. Once the list is complete, children can ship the list -- complete with product photos -- off to "Santa." Barcode Hero will deliver a copy via e-mail to parents or guardians who can also share it with their helper "elves."
The wish list addition is cleverly designed with children in mind. Kids can personalize their lists with a digital letter, tell Santa whether they've been naughty or nice, and capture and attach a photo to show just how deserving (and adorably cute) they are this year.
“Instead of sitting down in the living room with the children to write a letter to Santa on pencil and paper, Barcode Hero allows parents to make wish lists a modern, family-focused holiday activity, complete with photos,” says co-founder Blake Scholl. “We’re sure Santa will appreciate the help!”
The Holiday Wish List update might be more fun than function, but it's the kind of thing that gives you the warm-and-fuzzies this time of year.
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