The Cordless Ring Scanner: wearable bar code reader with Bluetooth

Socket Communications just announced a tiny new bar code scanner which can be worn on the index finger. The lightweight Cordless Ring Scanner transmits scanned data via Bluetooth to mobile computers thereby freeing up the users' hands for increased productivity (read: more heavy lifting). Each unit will ship with SoftScan software for pumping scanned data into Windows, Palm, and Symbian compatible devices. The rings are said to be extremely durable and will begin shipping in limited quantities later this year. So limited in fact that they couldn't find a sample to photograph.

[Via Geekzone]