Let’s face it, QR Code hasn’t been very exciting. Just dots and squares. But this QR facelift, combining the designs of Louis Vuitton with Takashi Murakami, just made Kanye make a mess in his shoes.

Jean Snow says the stylised QR code works like the standard, barcode-like graphics, while Dvice adds that its the first time Murakami’s work has been interactive. Created by Japanese ad firm SET, the project is mostly just to promote other work the two companies have done together. But the creativity factor can’t be denied. It’s pretty neat. [Jean Snow via Dvice]

Mobile Multi-Colour Composite (MMCC) is a 2D barcode technology that can transmit text, video clips, ringtones and games to mobile devices. Better than a QR code (pictured here), the user doesn’t need internet access to discover associated media—the data is all in the picture.

Based upon the technology’s name, we’re assuming that this extra information storage was discovered in the colour spectrum (by rainbow-ising the pattern), which is a similar to the way fibre optics have boosted their transmission rates over time. But it calls into question just how accurate these colours will need to be, and whether or not a sun-faded billboard might make for a funky version of Pac-Man…by adding a bow on his head or something. [India Times via textually]

If you haven’t been trying to crack the clues, it’s not to late for you to start. You can track down the video mission briefings online, look for Constance’s profile and hit the Quantum Central forums to find someone else to help you along your way.

And if you’re not based in Sydney, remember that the Quantum Central Forums contain people from Sydney that you can partner with to win the prize. How you split the booty is up to you.

A recap of the first three clues is below the fold. We’ll recap other three clues later this afternoon…
[Quantum Code on Giz]

When MI6 agent Constance Newlove uncovered hidden security camera footage, she got more than she bargained for. After learning of the abduction of her colleague, Walter Davies, Constance found reference to a phone number, a company named Transnational Exports, and a shipping manifest.

While tracing the location of the locked safe, Constance uncovered a strange set of numbers, discovered by Her Majesty’s Satellite RAVEN. Could they be a lead to the second part of the Quantum Code?

The capture of arms dealer Lubomir Sinilov by authorities in Sydney, Australia, resulted in the discovery of a mysterious text message sent by a man named Browne. It contained one word – Doberman.

If, like me, you can make neither heads or tails of this latest bit of information, head to the Quantum Central forums – someone there might be able to help you solve the mystery…

[Quantum Code on Giz]

He’ll be waiting to meet you between 11:30 and 2:30 today. Where will he be waiting? Well, you’ll have to scan the code above and find out.

And if you can’t make it there to meet him yourself, you should hit the Quantum Central forums to recruit an associate to help you. Remember, this is a national competition, and only through hard work, teamwork and some rather clever code-cracking will you be able to have a real shot at the $15K Sony prize pack.

It’s the most dangerous mission yet. But Danger always was your middle name, wasn’t it?

[Quantum Code comp on Giz]

If you’re struggling, make sure you head on over to our Quantum Central forums to discuss the clues with other Gizmodians. Because if a non-Giz reader cracks the code first, I’m going to be very disappointed with all of you!

[Quantum Central on Giz]

And remember to use our Quantum Central forums to try and collude with other Australians to try and crack the code: Remember, this is a nationwide contest, although the entry computer is located in Sydney. If you are interstate, maybe you could share one of the digits you’ve cracked with a Sydneysider for a percentage of that $15,000 Sony prize pool. $15K is a lot of gear, after all.

[Quantum Code on Giz and Quantum Central]

For iPhone owners, head onto the App Store and check out Barcode. It’s free, and relatively easy to use, although it can be a bit temperamental at times.

For Nokia owners, Nokia have their own QR code reader available here. It doesn’t work with every Nokia phone, but the also list a heap of other programs that could work with your handset. Keep in mind that your phone needs to have a camera for the software to work.

A whole heap of Sony Ericsson phones can use the Java-based Qode software available here (you’ll need to go via your mobile’s browser).

If you use a Windows Mobile device, there are a few different options, but the quickest and easiest is probably to check out Quickmark (it’s a Taiwanese site, but there are pictures and English on the screen). Pick your handset and download the software.

If you just want to decode from your PC, well that’s possible too. Save the QR code as a greyscale bmp image on your PC, then go here. Browse for the image and enjoy the results.

Of course there are countless other ways to decode QR codes. If in doubt, try a google search for your handset and “QR code”. Or if you know of some really solid QR code software we haven’t mentioned, tell us about it in comments. Then go and decode that Quantum code – we need a Gizmodian to win that $15K worth of Sony kit…

And if you’re struggling to work out any part of the Quantum Code puzzle, why not discuss it in our Quantum Central forum? It’s the best place to collaborate with other Gizmodians on how to solve the puzzle and take home the prize…

[Quantum Code on Giz]

Once there, you can discuss with other code-crackers the latest developments in the competition. You can collude, coerce and contrive ways to get others to help you solve the clues to crack the code, or you can just ask for help. This will be a nationwide competition, so you may need to get interstate Gizmodians to help you with certain clues so that you can stand a chance to crack the code.

So hit the forums and begin the discussion!

[Quantum Code on Giz]