The rate at which retail technology innovations are developing is exponential and puts a distinct emphasis on ease of use for consumers. The retail game has changed; consumers are walking into stores with headphones on, staring at their smartphones or simply shopping online. As such, retailers are trying to make for a push back into stores by appealing to a preference for technological integration.
Instead of trying to push the benefits of a face-to-face experience, these retail technology innovations highlight ease of use and interactivity to effectively make the experience both physically and mentally rewarding for shoppers. Whether it be the utilization of beacon technology that tells you about a flash sale on another floor or the use of augmented reality, these retail technology innovations are as fun to browse through as they are to experience.
39 Retail Technology Innovations
From Interactive Shopping Signs to Futuristic Shopping Beacons:
Michael Hemsworth — Aug 7, 2014 — Tech
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Interactive Shopping Signs
The Videotel System Helps Shop Owners Create Digital Signs
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Hyper-Connected Dressing Rooms
The Connected Fitting Room Lets Consumers Take Control of Shopping
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Shopping Survey Tablets
Co-operative Food's Smart Shopping Cart Asks Customers for Feedback
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Beacon-Powered Retail Platforms
Swirl's Mobile Marketing Platform Engages Consumers on a New Level
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Facial Recognition Snack Machines
This Facial Recognition Vending Machine Personalizes Purchases
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Experiential Smart Shops
Sears Connected Solutions Allows Interaction with Automation Products
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Connective Technology Departments
Dixons and Carphone Warhouse Introduce Smart Tech Departments
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Swiping Fashion Retail Apps
Kwoller's Fashion Price Tracking Feature Adds to a Tinder-Inspired App
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Mobile-Recognition Retail
LXR & Co.'s Innovation Store Uses the Thirdshelf App to Track Customers
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Interactive High-Tech Mannequins
teamLabHanger Created Virtual Mannequins That are Hanger-Signaled
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Personal Shopping Tools
HOVR.IT Allows You to Window Shop Online With Ease
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In-Store Lingerie Dispensers
This Bra Vending Machine Allows Customers to Shop Without Salespeople
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Instant Shopping Scanner Apps
The Powatag App Lets Users Buy Items Wherever They Are
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Virtual Reality Shopping Aisles
Tesco Allows Users to Go Shopping in a Virtual Store
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Futuristic Shopping Beacons
The ‘Estimote’ Uses Your Smartphone to Customize Your Shopping Trips
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Social Media Department Stores
Upside is a Market Where You Can Experience the Web in Real Time
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Augmented Reality Dressing Rooms
The KinectShop Aims to Revolutionize the Retail Experience
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Digital Retail Mirrors
The Mirrus Retail Mirror Supports Unparalelled Customer Interaction
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Interactive Storefront Displays
+rehabstudio Integrates Shopping with Technology
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Facial Recognition Product Dispensers
Sanden Vending Machine Provides Extreme Customization
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Augmented Reality Retail
The Vuforia App Digitizes American Apparel Stores
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Tech-Savvy Jean Shopping
Hointer Revolutionizes Retail Using Efficient Mobile Shopping
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All-In-One Cashier Kits
This Business in a Box Package by Square is Technologically Efficient
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Festive Augmented Reality Windows
This Year's Holiday Window from La Rinascente is Interactive
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Visual Product Search Platforms
The Slyce Product-Scanning App Makes Shopping a Breeze
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High Fashion Robots
Tasaki Replaces Their Store Mannequins with Androids
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Augmented Reality Catalogues
The 2014 IKEA Catalogue and App Virtually Display Decor
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Futuristic Virtual Fitting Rooms
Me-Ality Takes the Hassle Out of Trying on Clothes
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Illuminated Personal Shoppers
This LED Retail Lighting System Leads Shoppers to Their Product
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Augmented Reality Shopping
The 'Augment' Application Allows You to Try Out Purchases Digitally
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Tablet Retail Integrations
As Prices Fall, iPad Cash Registers Become More Common
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Scanning Shopping Apps
The Fast Shopping App Eliminates Standing in a Checkout Line
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Self-Service Taverns
The Thirsty Bear Lets Customers Help Themselves to Beer
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Pulse-Checking Fingerprint Finances
The Nexus Fingerprint Scanner Foils Hackers by Measuring Pulse
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Biometric Buying Systems
This New Payment System Lets You Buy Things with Your Face
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Recipe-Suggesting Shopping Carts
The 'Recipe Cart' Suggests Mayo-Infused Recipes as You Shop
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Trim Timber Checkouts
Square Register by Tinkering Monkey Joins Careful Carpentry with Sleek Tech
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Virtual Furniture Shopping Apps
The Augmented Pixels ShowInRoom 3D Tablet Tool Debuted at CES 2014
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Augmented Reality Retail Shops
The Imagine Shop Takes Retail Shopping for Watches & Yachts Online
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Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Autonomous Micro Markets
Micromart Features Digital Price Tags & AI Product Recognition Sensors
Grab-and-Go Employee-Free Retailers
Lotus Launched a 'Pick & Go' Location in Thailand
State-of-the-Art Retail Fragrance Dispensers
iRomaScents Enhances the Retail Experience with Tech
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Intuitive Self-Service Order Kiosks
The GoTab Self-Ordering Kiosks Support Quick Service and More
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Personalized Customer Service Tools
Walmart Launched 'Wallaby' Powered by Generative AI
Engaging Shelf Displays
Netvisual is Elevating In-Store Advertising with its Shelf Edge Displays
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Google AI Now Allows Shoppers to Browse AI Product Recommendations
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
AI Virtual Try-On Tools
Outfit Changer AI Represents the Future of the Fashion Industry
Three-Dimensional Mixed-Reality Displays
Looking Glass Unveils the New 3D Glass Displays
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Shoe Retailer AI Apps
SuperStep Partnered with 'IMSHOP' to Create a Convenient Mobile App
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
Small-Format Electronic Stores
Best Buy Canada to Operate 165 Small-Format Bell Canada Stores
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Future-Proof POS Systems
Metcalfe's Market is Expanding Toshiba Self Checkout System 7 Solutions
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Attention-Grabbing Retail Displays
Auo's Smart Shelf Displays Enhance the Customer Experience
AI Shopping Customization Tools
The Zegna X Experience Merges AI Technology & Traditional Retail
Augmented Outerwear Mirrors
Ugg's Flagship Highlights Cold Weather Apparel with a Zero10 Mirror
AI-Driven Fashion Platforms
HeyBeauty Offers a Virtual Fitting Room Where Users Can Try on Clothes
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Barcode-Less Product Scanners
SeeChange Taps Diebold Nixdorf to Create AI Checkout Tools
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Lidl GB is Rolling Out Electronic Shelf Labels to All Its Stores
Immersive Flagship Tech Stores
Bang & Olufsen Inaugurates Its Flagship Store on New Bond Street
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
AR Piano Previews
Roland AR Helps Shoppers Find the Right Piano with Augmented Reality
AI-Powered Fintech Tools
Square Introduces Ten New Generative AI Features for Content Creation
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Dynamic Retailer Smart Lights
IKEA Smart Lights Can Now Adjust According to the Time of Day
AI-Enabled Retail Partnerships
Sainsbury’s and Microsoft Partnered to Elevate Shipping Experiences
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Hybrid Self-Checkout Systems
The Mini Bora Bora POS System Sits on a Swiveling Base
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Power-Free Retail Displays
The Philips Tableaux 5150I Uses E Ink Spectra 6 Technology
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Low-Power Paper-Like Retail Signs
The Samsung Color E-Paper Display Has an Eye-Friendly Profile
Advanced In-Store Media Solutions
Ephex Aims to Enhance the Retail Experience Through Technology
Human-Assisted AI Tools
Verizon Launched a Suite of AI Tools to Improve Customer Experiences
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Stretched Retail Shelf Displays
The P1.875 HD from MDS Rise Enables Real-Time Marketing In-Stores
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Small-Format Tech Stores
Best Buy Express Offers Curated Tech & Exclusive Telecom Services
Edge AI Retail Technology
NEXCOM's Neu-X303mini Improves Data Analytics and Customer Experience
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Large-Scale Digital Signage
TouchSource & Centennial Have Collaborated on a New Marketing Project
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Camera Gear Product Displays
GoPro Has Announced a Significant Retail Expansion at Best Buy
Employee-Facing Automation Technology
Starbucks' Siren Craft System Improves Customer Service
Accessible Online Retail Initiatives
Instacart and Walgreens Partnered to Accept SNAP/EBT Online
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Croatian Retailer Studenac is Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
Cloud-Based Grocery Technology
Pricer Plaza Signs an Agreement with a Tier 1 North American Grocer
AR Try-On Technologies
Nextech3D.ai Intends to Acquire Designhubz to Expand Its E-Commerce Prowess
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Loss Prevention AI Checkouts
Vynamic Smart Vision Shrink Reduction Addresses Self-Checkout Issues
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
AI-Powered Retail Payments
Focalpay's New AI Features Streamline Retail and E-Commerce Operations
AI-Powered Checkout Models
Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology Supports Seamless Checkouts
Checkout-Free Convenience Systems
7-Eleven Australia Integrates a Checkout-Free Shopping System
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
Taiwan-Based AI Shopping Carts
Innolux Debuts a Smart Shopping Cart at FamiSuper Stores
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
Visual Merchandising Planning
Visulon Inc.'s is a Cloud-Based Enterprise Solutions Platform
Amusement Park QR Readers
Intercard Launches the New Digital Kiosks with QR Code Readers
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Beauty Retailing Expansions
Revolution Beauty Joins Amazon Distribution
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Outdoor Sales Kiosks
DynaScan Technologies Launches the New Kiosks for Outdoor Use
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Eye-Tracking Technology Functions
Apple Implements Eye-Tracking Features to Recent Products
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools