Abstract: This paper analyzes the current situation of the utilization of core image services in China, and summarizes the restrictions such as capital, physical condition, personnel and technical level which leads to low core image collection rate and low service level in China.Based on this current situation, learning from the use of core image service in developed countries, the whole box core image takes place of a single core service.Combined with the development status of smart phones, the author puts forward the general idea and design method of developing smartphone APP to collect and manage core images.The main function modules of APP and key technical problems are described.The experiment was carried out by using the APP to collect zk48-3 and zk56-4, two cores with 2 500 m drill hole, in Sanshan island gold mine, Laizhou city, Shandong province.The feasibility of using APP for core image collection is proved through experiments.While guaranteeing the quality of core images, it can simplify the operation process, reduce the physical cost, improve the collection efficiency, and have the application prospect of comprehensive promotion.