Zebra Technologies Corp. has unveiled the DS9908R hybrid scanner, a single device capable of reading 1D and 2D barcodes as well as UHF RFID tags, as reported by AD HOC NEWS.
Designed for retail environments, the DS9908R aims to streamline inventory management and point-of-sale processes by eliminating the need for separate barcode scanners and RFID readers. The hybrid approach allows workers to quickly switch between scanning barcodes and reading RFID tags, improving accuracy and reducing checkout times.
The device supports both handheld and hands-free presentation scanning, making it versatile for various retail tasks such as receiving, stocking, and returns processing. Zebra expects the DS9908R to help retailers enhance operational efficiency while maintaining compatibility with existing 1D/2D barcode infrastructure.