transparent touchscreen vending machine

the see-through touchscreen vending machine
all images courtesy diginfo


a conventional transparent window doubles as a touchscreen display in the prototype vending machine
by sanden vending systems corporation in conjunction with intel and okaya electronics.

the vending machine features a 65-inch full HD vertical display window through which customers can view
the items for sale. by touching the screen, they can also learn more about particular products-- for example,
nutrition facts or ingredients-- or receive recommendations.

when not being used, the system displays entertaining animations, a digital clock, or advertisements to attract
the attention of passersby. a 'public safety mode' activated in times of emergency features evacuation routes
and other important information.

a camera mounted on the top of the device uses facial recognition software to determine the gender of customers
and estimate their ages or other criteria. company representatives assert that the system can also remember faces,
suggesting relevant purchases for repeat customers.



demo of the vending machine
video © diginfo



a camera uses facial recognition software to estimate user demographics


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