03-18-2011, 10:24 PM
Actually, there is an app that is designed to do exactly what you want - Organize containers and label and photograph what's inside them and print/email labels and inventories. It's called "In That Box" (disclaimer: I'm the developer!).
Right now you can only print one kind of label with the container/box name and a QR code that will link you back to the contents of the box, but I'll be pushing out an update soon that will greatly expand the labeling options and let you sync your inventory to the web. QR code scanning requires a device with an autofocus camera and printing directly from the phone requires an AirPrint compatible set up (but you can email yourself your inventory and print it from your computer).
Right now In That Box is $1.99, but the price will likely be going up fairly soon after the next major version comes out (this hasn't been decided 100% yet, but it's likely to happen).
I'd love to hear what you guys think of the app, we're always looking for feedback! Hope this doesn't come off as an advertisement, I just thought In That Box sounded perfect for you.
Hope you find it helpful,
Matt
http://inthatbox.com
Right now you can only print one kind of label with the container/box name and a QR code that will link you back to the contents of the box, but I'll be pushing out an update soon that will greatly expand the labeling options and let you sync your inventory to the web. QR code scanning requires a device with an autofocus camera and printing directly from the phone requires an AirPrint compatible set up (but you can email yourself your inventory and print it from your computer).
Right now In That Box is $1.99, but the price will likely be going up fairly soon after the next major version comes out (this hasn't been decided 100% yet, but it's likely to happen).
I'd love to hear what you guys think of the app, we're always looking for feedback! Hope this doesn't come off as an advertisement, I just thought In That Box sounded perfect for you.
Hope you find it helpful,
Matt
http://inthatbox.com