Kiosk potential discussed at retail show

Speakers at KioskCom's Retail show in San Diego spoke to the potential for the kiosk industry, while warning that technology must be customer-friendly for…

Overcoming the in-store challenge

KioskCom Retail featured discussions on making kiosk applications work in the marketplace. But economic conditions kept some people away from the three-day…

Survey says kiosks remain in the retail mix

February 26, 2002

ATLANTA - Retail operations will continue to pursue store-design plans, including the use of kiosks, despite the current economic downturn, according to a…

AOL, Wal-Mart place kiosks on the road to Rio

February 26, 2002

SAO PAULO, Brazil - An alliance between two of America's most recognizable companies will give Brazilians the chance to experience online technology through…

Kodak names new executive

February 26, 2002

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Karen Smith-Pilkington, an executive in the consumer imaging division at Eastman Kodak Co., has been named president of the company's…

ABC, PointMedia to offer news at the pump

February 26, 2002

NEW YORK - In an attempt to transform gas pumps into community newsstands, PointMedia Corp. and the ABC network have signed a content agreement to provide…

Reaching minorities through kiosks

Companies on both coasts ponder the use of kiosks to impact the daily lives of Latino and inner city neighborhoods. While one project is fully committed to…

Circle K bringing informercials to kiosks

February 26, 2002

PHOENIX - The Hollywood Celebrity Diet, the Epil Stop hair removal system, and Body by Jake's Bun and Thigh Rocker are among the numerous products that have…

Verizon has 7-Eleven's kiosk number

February 26, 2002

DALLAS - Convenient store chain 7-Eleven Inc. (NYSE:SE) and telecommunications firm Verizon Communications Inc. are teaming up to provide products and services…

eGame Preserve brings gaming to truck-stop kiosks

February 26, 2002

BALTIMORE - Gaming company eGame Preserve LLC, seeking to create an oasis from the stress of traveling, announced on Nov. 1 the roll out of its eGame Preserve…

Support grows for new digital photography standards

February 26, 2002

ORLANDO, Fla. - Improved printer capabilities and uniform standards for viewing photographs burned to discs were among the items discussed by leading digital…

Companion builds kiosks for ski resort

February 25, 2002

SALT LAKE CITY - Companion Systems has designed and built a kiosk that will greet skiers at the Park City Mountain Resort this season. Three kiosks will be…

Infrared capability added to Circle K kiosks

February 24, 2002

MILPITAS, Calif. - The long awaited rollout of self-service kiosks in 35 Circle K convenience stores in the Phoenix area has taken place with an added bonus…

Harry Potter and the moviegoer's kiosk

Movie fans turn to online ticketing sites and on-premise kiosks to obtain film tickets in advance of a blockbuster movie's release.

Event ticketing gets in the Groove

February 24, 2002

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - Southern California music fans looking for live music options can now make the scene with the use of a kiosk. GrooveTickets.com…

Sony, Olympus display kiosks at photo show

February 24, 2002

ORLANDO, Fla. - As part of their strategies to enhance product share in the digital photo finishing sector, Sony Electronics Inc. and Olympus America Inc.

iMaternity stores sold to rival company

February 21, 2002

CHICAGO - An experiment to retool maternity fashion retailer Dan Howard Industries Inc. from a traditional retail outlet to a high-tech center -- iMaternity -…

Will customizing kiosks fit?

The drive to develop custom-fitting software and kiosks for retail shoppers has hit a few snags. But advocates believe the application's time is coming.

Eyewear now visible at kiosks

February 21, 2002

WAYNE, Pa. - USA Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:USTT) has used its cashless transaction technology system to enhance customer service in taxicabs and Laundromats.

ClipACoupon joins Circle K kiosk program

February 21, 2002

PHOENIX - ClipACoupon.com has added its resources to the growing list of companies whose services are available on kiosks at 35 Circle K convenience stores in…