The use of a quick response matrix and Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS, with a specific application delivery platform enables users to access and install software without relying on the official App Store. The digitally encoded image, when scanned by an iOS device, directs the user to a link, potentially facilitating the download and installation of an application.
This method offers an alternative avenue for acquiring applications, often providing access to software not readily available through conventional channels due to policy restrictions or developmental stage. The implementation of this technique has grown over time, becoming a tool for distributing beta versions, modified applications, or software from independent developers. While offering flexibility, it also presents potential risks, including security vulnerabilities and violations of application store terms of service.