It’s easy to understand the hype around Amazon Go: checkout-free stores, where you can go in and pick up the items you need without having stand around in a queue. The retail giant’s vision for a future of fuss-free shopping is one we can all get behind. But, it’s not perfect. For Amazon's plan, stores need to be built from scratch to accommodate the necessary tech such as sensors and cameras, and it initially couldn’t work if there were more than 20 people in the store, which has reportedly delayed the rollout of the concept. US start-up Caper thinks it has the alternative to Amazon Go, and one that could be a lot easier to scale than Amazon’s version. Caper’s vision for checkout-free food shopping centres around an AI-powered trolley. When shopping in-store, people can put items into the Caper cart, and built-in sensors use computer vision to identify the items and tally the virtual basket. An interactive screen … [Read more...] about AI shopping trolleys mean you’ll never use a check out again
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‘McDonald’s model’ fish and chip shop set to open in Cleethorpes
A 28-seater fish and chip shop is to open in a prominent building on the main road into central Cleethorpes. Plans have been approved to transform a former finance office alongside Tesco Express on Grimsby Road, to another proponent of the area’s proud dish. Grimsby builder and entrepreneur Chris Henshaw is behind the proposal, with partner Danielle Wragg set to head up the day-to-day running. Fairfield Fisheries in Scartho was his last venture into the industry he first entered when he moved down to London in 1986. He trained with Merryweathers, during which time the company acquired the iconic Harry Ramsdens brand, working in London and Surrey before returning north. Mr Henshaw, who will put his name to the venue and is looking forward to it becoming a family entity, said: “When I left school I went to run a fish and chip shop in London, and I’ve had four chip shops over the last 25 to 30 years. That position came up and it is the perfect location for a take-away … [Read more...] about ‘McDonald’s model’ fish and chip shop set to open in Cleethorpes
Major road closed after car smashes into chip shop
A car has smashed into the front of a chip shop on a major road in Prescot. Police were called to The Big Chippy, on Warrington Road, to reports a car had ploughed through the shutters and then driven off. A white Ford Focus ST was seen driving into the popular chip shop at around 3.20am, before reversing and driving away. Merseyside Police said there was "no attempt to gain entry but extensive damage was caused to the premises". A spokesman added: "We are investigating following reports of criminal damage at premises in Prescot this morning, Tuesday. "Enquiries are ongoing to trace the vehicle." This morning a cordon has been erected surrounding the shop front. Travel Monitor Inrix reports the A57 Warrington Road is currently closed in both directions, due to police incident from A58 St Helens Road to Queens Road. A diversion for Stagecoach bus service 10A has been put in place via Manchester Road. … [Read more...] about Major road closed after car smashes into chip shop
Marie Kondo ‘sparks joy’ for charity shops
UK By Becky Morton BBC News 22 January 2019 Share this with Facebook Share this with Messenger Share this with Twitter Share this with Email Share this with Facebook Share this with WhatsApp Share this with Messenger Share this with Twitter Share Share this with These are external links and will open in a new window Email Share this with Email Facebook Share this with Facebook Messenger Share this with Messenger Messenger Share this with Messenger Twitter Share this with Twitter Pinterest Share this with Pinterest WhatsApp Share this with WhatsApp LinkedIn Share this with LinkedIn Copy this link https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-46949722 Read more about sharing. These are external links and will open in a new window Close share panel "We normally see an increase in donations in January, but this year it's been incredible," says Oya Altinbas, who … [Read more...] about Marie Kondo ‘sparks joy’ for charity shops
Chip shop owner speaks out after attempt to open late is set for refusal
The owner of an ethical take-away has spoken out after his application to extend his opening hours - which will allow him to donate ten per cent of his profits to community causes - was recommended for refusal. Just Chips, which opened in July last year on St Augustine's Parade in the city centre, serves Dutch-style chips in sustainable paper cones with an array of vegetarian and vegan-friendly toppings, and hoped to make a name for itself not only for its delicious snacks, but its community-focused ethos, with ten per cent of profits going directly into community projects and charities. However, one of the shops owners has stated that with its current opening hours - currently 12pm-11pm - are not allowing the business to make enough money to run efficiently whilst also donating to a good cause. In order to address this, owners say, they made an application in November to extend their opening hours until 4am, seven days a week. However, the police and council officers have both … [Read more...] about Chip shop owner speaks out after attempt to open late is set for refusal