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The City Deals app and the printed QR codes
The City Deals app and first publication are planned for November 2026. Learn how the printed QR codes open videos and offers without an app download.
The essentials
- The first publication and City Deals app are planned for November 2026.
- The printed VIDEO and DEAL codes open in a phone browser.
- The upcoming app adds a way to discover and keep local offers.
- Check each offer’s conditions before redeeming it.
Who this is for
Local residents scanning mail codes
The City Deals app and our first publication are planned for November 2026. The app will add a way to discover and keep local offers. The printed magazine also connects directly to videos and digital offers through QR codes that open in your phone browser.
How to scan with your phone
Most modern phones have a built-in scanner. You do not need to search the app store for a QR reader. Open your camera app and hold it steady over the code you want to see. A link will pop up on your screen for you to tap.
The two codes on every ad
Every business ad in the magazine has two different paths. The VIDEO code shows you a 30-second clip of the business. The DEAL code shows you the offer with buttons to call the shop or see a map.
- Open Camera
Use the standard camera app on your iPhone or Android device.
- Point at Code
Choose the Video code or the Deal code on the page.
- Tap the Link
Click the web address that appears on your phone screen.
- Use the Deal
Open the digital offer, read its conditions and follow the stated redemption steps.
The app launches alongside the publication
The app is planned for November 2026, alongside the first publication in Kendall, Westchester and Miami Lakes. It adds another way to discover and keep local offers. When you have a printed magazine, its QR codes can also take you straight to the video or offer without installing the app.
What to check if it fails
- Check if your camera lens is clean.
- Make sure you have a cell signal or Wi-Fi.
- Hold the phone about 6 inches away from the paper.
- Ensure there is enough light on the magazine page.
If a printed code will not open, check your connection and try again in good light. You can contact us for help with the City Deals experience.
A little more clarity
Good questions.
When does the City Deals app launch?
The app and first publication are planned for November 2026.
Do I need the app to scan a printed code?
No. The printed VIDEO and DEAL codes open in your phone browser. The app adds another way to discover and keep local offers.
How do I redeem an offer?
Read the offer’s conditions and follow its stated redemption steps. If anything is unclear, ask the business before using it.
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