Puff the Magic Kiosk

February 21, 2011

Biometrics kiosks will soon make it easier for medical patients to buy marijuana, according to a press release from Cannabis Medical Solutions Inc., a company…

Kiosks could help golfers improve short games

We've heard of RoboCop, but there's a new robot in town. RoboPutt, a self-service kiosk that gives putting lessons, is free to deploy for owners of golf…

Coinstar expanding services to stay in the game

Photo booth, "eBay in a kiosk" among the company's new launches.

Kiosks order up faster fast food

Studies show that the quick-service restaurant industry is finally embracing kiosks.

JCPenney stores display online products via kiosks

February 7, 2011

JCPenney is helping customers find more products with its "Find More" technology throughout 120 of its stores.

HP Redesigns the TouchSmart PC Experience

February 6, 2011

HP today unveiled its first touchscreen desktop PCs to feature a 60-degree reclining display, enabling users to adjust the display's position for a comfortable…

Low earnings lead to Coinstar investigation

February 3, 2011

Coinstar's low fourth-quarter earnings have prompted the Law Office of Robbins Umeda LLP to investigate the company that owns redbox for possible "violations…

We'll drink to that: Wine kiosks reopen

February 1, 2011

All 32 wine vending kiosks installed at supermarkets across Pennsylvania are expected to be back in operation today, following a six-week shutdown for repairs…

Big boxes add kiosks to help low-income Americans cash checks

January 31, 2011

Millions of low-income Americans who don't have bank accounts are finding an alternative to check-cashing stores at kiosks inside big-box retailers, according…

Kiosk vs. Mobile: Industry insiders weigh in

As the popularity of mobile technology grows, will it spell the end for self-service as we know it?

You are what you eat: Kiosk predicts favorite recipes based on consumers' looks

January 18, 2011

Ever wonder if your appearance screams chicken or fish? Now you can find out, at kiosks developed by Intel and Kraft. The grocery store kiosk scans a person's…

NRF: Planar launches kiosk-friendly technology (VIDEO)

Planar's Matt Walsh demonstrates how to use the company's new touch-screen LCD monitors.

NRF: Retailers learn about C-tailing from NCR (VIDEO)

January 16, 2011

NCR Corp representatives were at the National Retail Federation's Big Show last week in New York City to sell retailers on C-tailing, a solution that converges…

NRF: Paying by phone made easy

January 16, 2011

New IBM technology allows consumers to pay for their in-store products using their smart phones. The company launched the self-checkout system last week at the…

NRF: Microsoft displays shelf-edge, touch-screen solution

A Microsoft spokesman talks about the company's shelf-edge, touch-screen displays for retail in this video.

NRF: Microsoft Surface integrates online and in-store shopping

Video: A Microsoft spokesman talks about combining the online and in-store retail experiences via touch display.

NRF: HP adds digital signage to kiosks

January 16, 2011

Hewlett Packard launched its Virtual Sales Assistant kiosk this week at the National Federation's Big Show in New York City. Unlike many kiosks that sit…

NRF: IBM launches self-checkout system

IBM execs expect the company's new self-checkout system to change the way shoppers view self-checkout.

NRF: NCR debuts kiosk designed to enhance cross-channel shopping

January 12, 2011

NCR Corp. showcased a kiosk enclosure, engineered with a sleek, modern design this week at the National Retail Federation's BIG Show in New York City.

Wine kiosks to return

January 11, 2011

Pennsylvanians may once again toast with kiosk-purchased wine.