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Tesco lets shoppers self-checkout with their mobile phone at new Jack’s discount chain

Tesco spin-off Jack’s opens its doors with free mobile ‘Smart Shop’ app — Internet Retailing — “With the app, shoppers can scan the item’s barcode or shelf-front price code and then pay by simply tapping their phone on a self-service checkout terminal before leaving. The app also helps the shopper log what they have bought and how much they have paid.”


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Survey finds British shoppers are ready to take advantage of voice commerce

Shoppers willing to spend £200 using voice commerce, study says — Internet Retailing — “A survey of more than 500 consumers across the UK reveals the average UK consumer is happy to spend in excess of £195 (US$258) in an order through voice technology, rising to £232 (US$307) in the case of shoppers over the age of 30.”