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AUGUST 28, 2019

So-called Generation Z is also driving much of the innovation when it comes to retail. To reach consumers on the hunt for offerings that are “clean and natural,” the retail chain rolled out its Everspring household brand. And six in 10 shoppers said it factored into their decision of where to transact, Retail Dive reported.

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MARCH 4, 2016

But Samsung and Six Flags have a project they think will be too unique to pass up — even for those roller coaster-phobes out there. Samsung announced Thursday (March 3) that it had finalized a deal with amusement park brand Six Flags to outfit several of its roller coasters with Gear VR headsets for a next-generation theme park experience.

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DECEMBER 12, 2018

For shoppers who rely on smartphones, the “face” of the modern retailer is becoming its mobile website and app. Retailers from Kroger to Starbucks , as well as Shell , Dollar General and Macy’s , are rolling out their own mobile apps with smartphone-based payment options to meet the needs of the connected consumer.

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APRIL 12, 2016

It’s what’s turned the retail word upside down as consumers with their mobile devices have decided they’d rather buy from their couch with their mobile phone than schlep to the mall. In other words, kick the door wide open to remote retail. Meeting the consumer where they are. That’s the mantra of innovators everywhere.

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OCTOBER 30, 2019

The 5G mobile network technology revolution is on, and you can bet that retail will be one of the places where this all plays out. As it stands, smartphone makers ranging from Huawei Technologies Co. to Samsung Electronics Co. Here’s comes 5G — be ready for its expanding use in retail. Visual Commerce.

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DECEMBER 7, 2016

In an interview with PYMNTS’ Karen Webster, Mike Lawlor, chief services officer of USA Technologies, dove into the innovations that have marked the unattended retail space. Payment methods have also evolved and embraced new technology.

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MAY 4, 2018

As a result, Lepp offers a unique way for his customers to view his merchandise online: They can “walk” through a virtual version of his real-life store via virtual reality (VR) technology, which seeks to create a similar experience to visually exploring the store. “We Six Hundred Four is hardly the only retailer to embrace VR technology.

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AUGUST 4, 2016

Meanwhile, Samsung is tackling the African market ahead of Apple and Android, and Google announces a way to avoid app downloads. Millennials have been practically handed a smartphone as they emerged into the neonatal world and have grown up with touch technology. Samsung May Beat Android Pay And Apple Pay In Tapping The African Market.

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JANUARY 12, 2019

The Retail Robots Are Coming … Maybe. Among a slew of other announcements at CES, Samsung snuck in some rather interesting robot-related news : The firm has developed three new consumer and retail robots, as well as a wearable exoskeleton. It also features an emergency system that will dial 911 if a user falls.

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JANUARY 24, 2018

The app has the potential to fit into the emerging trend of smart kitchens, particularly as manufacturers of household appliances — such as Samsung — seek to integrate smart technology into their products. Already, many American homes contain at least one smart appliance. The App and Its Commercial Appeal.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 9, 2018

Some retailers say they don’t want to jump on the latest techy bandwagon just to jump on it. The luxury specialty retailer announced its spring campaign “Mantle” this week: a virtual reality experience with the Martha Graham Dance Company and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. It would seem that other major retailers agree.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Cashierless technology is finally hinting at a mainstream rollout, with 7-Eleven’s announcement that it is piloting a cashierless store, taking a cue from Amazon and Walmart. Many other retailers are trying cashierless checkout systems, including Sam’s Club, Kroger and 50 Meijer stores in the Midwest.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 8, 2019

Mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) adoption is becoming increasingly high on retailers’ to-do lists. Both well-known and emerging brands are turning to mPOS solutions with the goal of delivering seamless, convenient customer experiences. Around the mPOS World. For more on the latest mPOS headlines, download the Tracker.

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AUGUST 28, 2017

In the last month, a host of tech giants ranging from Uber to Samsung partnered with emerging payment solutions to get a foot up on the competition. UPI’s partnership with one of the most popular ridesharing services in India and worldwide is a major step toward building its nascent brand. The latest in the PaaS world.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 30, 2016

Technology disruption continued its significant, rapid and relentless journey throughout 2016, making it clear that we are in the midst of three major concurrent inflection points: changes in retail, FinTech disruption and a demographic shift in purchasing power. Payments 2016: The Year Of The “Ecosystem,” Redefined.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Sizzle Of The Week: AR/VR’s Retail Gains. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have spent much of 2018 generating buzz as a potential tool for retailers looking to bridge the digital/physical gap and deliver an all-encompassing, omnichannel shopping experience. AR/VR technology itself is not all that new.

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DECEMBER 18, 2019

Zigbee Alliance board member companies like IKEA, Samsung SmartThings and Silicon Labs, among others, are also on board to join the working group to make contributions to the effort, according to the Dec. 18 announcement. .

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JANUARY 2, 2019

Much of the 5G focus at CES will indeed revolved around connected cars, which is understandable, given how the mobile and automotive industry are on course to become very close siblings in the coming years, enabling more seamless forms of payments and retailing. Digital Health Products. Speakers from SoftBank Robotics and Wilkinson Baking Co.

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MAY 29, 2018

Meanwhile, retailers are scrambling to develop and translate the personalized experience consumers desire into digital features for these devices, using data as well as artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Buyers are increasingly moving away from shopping on their desktops and are instead using their smartphones. About the Report.

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JANUARY 11, 2019

The lucrative “ bridge millennial ” consumer segment — relatively high-earning and highly educated, and approaching their peak earning years — are particularly fond of this technology, with 31 percent reporting ownership of a voice-activated device and 55 percent of those owners using them to make a purchase. The Numi 2.0

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OCTOBER 6, 2016

The retailer has announced its own mobile payment system that will detract from its competitors, such as Apple Pay, Android Pay and Samsung Pay. Unlike Apple Pay or Android Pay, Kohl’s Pay does not use NFC (tap-to-pay) technology. Kohl’s is wisely preparing for the holiday shopping season by catering to the mobile customer.

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OCTOBER 14, 2020

The tech giant's first 5G-enabled smartphone will be a latecomer in China, as local brands have been offering their own versions ready to use on the country's established 5G internet networks. That said, Apple has been later to the game than some rivals, including Samsung, which already boasts multiple 5G-capable devices.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2018

We all came to the same conclusion that there wasn’t a technology solution that fit our lives … of how do I get dinner on the table and get my groceries really quickly?”. CPG Brands. Myxx works with consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands that want to promote their products. Grocery Retailers. Meeting Consumers’ Needs.

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AUGUST 21, 2020

Brands and marketplaces now make it simple to auto-refill all sorts of products such as pet food and paper towels. Mastercard: Inside The Samsung Pay ‘Super Card’. One of the most recent developments in this space was the announcement of the Samsung Pay Card , which is powered by Curve and Mastercard technology.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

That’s exactly what many big tech companies are now trying to do — admittedly with some mixed results, as is always the case in the early days of emerging technologies. Samsung’s generation one Gear IconX hearables cut the cord with wires, yet reportedly left a bit to be desired. In-Ear Hearables. Meet the Bragi Dash Pro.

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MAY 25, 2016

million in a Series A funding round to further develop its in-store display technology. More resources will enable us to continue serving the growing needs of our current customer base, who want to expand their use of eyeQ technologies,” said CEO Michael Garel. Shopper intelligence platform eyeQ announced that it has secured $3.5

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Personalization of products and services is what has brought many a luxury brand back to the forefront. Luxury brands are allowing customers to design their own bags and shoes online, and Hermès, for example, offers VIP customer service on its eCommerce website for online shoppers. Purchases, however, are limited to £30.

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JANUARY 23, 2019

This marks a change for Target — a retailer that had, up to this point, enabled mobile pay only for its own mobile wallet app and the Target-branded REDcard linked to it. Grocery, retail, transit and QSRs — those tend to be the spaces that help to accelerate adoption.”. Creating Contactless Momentum.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2017

After running a three-store pilot approximately one year ago, home improvement and appliance chain Lowe’s has announced news it will partner with software-powered electronics retailer b8ta to launch its “Smart Home powered by b8ta” connected-home shopping experience.

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JUNE 26, 2018

Not all kiosks are as high-tech as CaliBurger’s machines, but QSRs and other retailers are rolling out their own versions of the machines across the country. According to the PYMNTS Unattended Retail Tracker , it comes down to “offering the right combination of in-store tech, mobile solutions and online features.”. Stay tuned.

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JANUARY 29, 2019

The privately-held appliances brand sells vacuum cleaners under the Shark logo, while its line of food processors, coffee makers, pressure cookers and blenders are sold under the Ninja branding. In the United States, Shark vacuums run the market — it’s the top selling upright brand and owns 35 percent of the market.

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Android Pay launched in the US a few days ago, and Samsung Pay is expected to be available there soon as well. Android ecosystem offers more choice: Android Pay, Samsung Pay, HCE and SIM for NFC, but what about P2P and other payments? Should a bank just stick with Apple Pay or enable their cards with all the “pays”?

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AUGUST 14, 2018

Clearly, Alexa isn’t yet the game-changer that CPG brands have feared. Alexa may not yet be a meaningful, direct revenue driver, but it’s still gathering data on people’s offline activities and keeping the Amazon brand top of mind for people relaxing at home. The smart appliance. The drone-powered minibar .

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

There are the weeks leading up to Black Friday , during which retailers start announcing deals and many begin to offer discounts: the pre-season. alarms, parking lot wars, and stampedes at retailers’ doors. For retailers, however, the game may be nigh impossible to win. This weekend can be tough on consumers. There are 3:00 a.m.

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APRIL 9, 2019

The cookies are popular enough to even inspire Thin Mint-flavored coffees from major brands like Dunkin’ – but sales often hit a stumbling block at the point of sale: Many troops only accept cash. It’s important [to] build those 21st-century skills … in terms of learning technology.”. The Sugar Sales Rush.

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DECEMBER 2, 2016

Fitness technology firm Fitbit is coming close to acquiring Pebble, the smartwatch maker, in a transaction that Venturebeat.com says will “spell the end of the Pebble brand” with an attendant purchase price of $34 million to $40 million. The firm competes in a smartwatch arena dominated by Apple and Samsung.

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JANUARY 5, 2017

As more banks, industries, companies and even retail brands take on and use blockchain technology in their business, there are the enhanced and innate elements of efficiency and security. “A But blockchain has also become a tracking mechanism, more so a cost-cutting measure for a variety of reasons. billion for a typical lender.

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