Hot New Apps (As Seen on The View)

I saw this segment on The View and had to share with you all. These are very cool!

MobileTag

MobileTag is a free QR code -- or "quick response code" -- scanner that instantly displays the information in all those crazy black and white codes you keep seeing everywhere from bus stops to coffee cups.

Word Lens

Word Lens is an amazing app that scans words and instantly translates them to whatever language you select -- instantly! A must for travel, there is a free version of this app, but there is also a more robust, pay option for $9.99.

RedLaser

Ever want to challenge a retailer to back up their claims to match their competitors' prices? RedLaser scans the ordinary bar code on any product and shows you all the prices of that product in your area. Take it to those big-box stores and show 'em who's boss!

Yelp

In addition to Yelp's crowd-sourced restaurant and business reviews, the app version of the service also instantly updates walking directions and business mapping when you hold it up and aim it any direction. Think there might be a great pizza place hidden around the block? Just point your phone in that direction and have the Yelp app do the walking for you.

Shazam

For $5.99, every time you hear a song you like while you're out and about, Shazam will scan it and tell you who sings it and where you can buy it.

GoSkyWatch Planetarium

Want to see the stars above you but thwarted by pesky daylight hours, bright city lights or the pitfalls of being indoors? For $3.99 you can aim your phone to the sky and see all the constellations above your exact location -- no clear skies or outdoor locations required!