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TheTeenageOldman t1_jb394fl wrote

Don't understand why Amazon feels the need to operate what's basically an upscale bodega...

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spicytoastaficionado t1_jb4vdl6 wrote

As u/pixel_of_moral_decay's comment said, it was ultimately a proof-of-concept for their "Just Walk Out" technology.

The long-term plan for Amazon is to sell this tech to retailers across the world.

They've had five years to fine-tune the weight sensors, deep-learning, cameras, etc.

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_allycat t1_jb3szuz wrote

To test their creepy AI surveillance checkout system.

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thebruns t1_jb3loip wrote

They didn't even manage to be cheaper

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Shawn_NYC t1_jb3vqs6 wrote

That was the surprise to me. I visited a couple times but outside of the novelty, I couldn't see a reason to ever visit one.

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Tatar_Kulchik t1_jb69zhn wrote

i know some office workers liek it to be able to quickly pick up something to eat and no liens

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phoenixmatrix t1_jbbl49m wrote

I love Amazon Go. Go in, pick stuff, get out. Using the palm scanner I don't even need to take out my phone or wallet. Great if I just want a quick snack or drink.

My only issue with them is the way they cycle their inventory. If I want popcorn chicken, its a gamble if they're gonna have it or not and seems semi-random. The breakfast options completely suck too.

But I really like the store's concept.

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