One “Eye” Dea that Isn’t Quite As It Seems – Going Behind The Scenes At Amazon’s “Just Walk Out” Tech
Hello shoppers! Remember when Amazon announced their first “just walk out” grocery store last year? They assured us that all we had to do was walk in, grab our groceries, and leave – no checkout needed, no anxiously watching the total rack up, worrying about whether you have enough bags. Sounds a bit like shoplifting, but hey—what’s not to like? Let’s chat about the beautiful, brainy and underpaid humans that make this robotic magic possible.
Key Points On Amazon’s “Just Walk Out” Technology:
No, It’s Not A Free-For-All Groceries For Everyone:
– The no-checkout promise made it seem like we’re all getting free food. Well, that’s not the case. Damn, I had already made room for an extra carton of oat milk in my fridge.
AI, Cameras and Sensors – And Lots Of Humans:
– The big deal is Amazon’s use of facial recognition cameras, shelf sensors, and “artificial intelligence” to monitor what customers pick up and eventually buy. Impressive, but it sort of feels like being inside a high-tech episode of Big Brother, doesn’t it?
The Unsung Heroes? Low-Paid Humans:
– While AI gets bountiful applause, the actual humans working tirelessly behind the scenes, often for low wages, have remained largely unrecognised for their efforts. Surely they deserve more than just applause…
Final Thoughts:
So, folks, while Amazon’s ‘just walk out’ store might feel like you’re walking into the future, let’s spare a thought for the unrecognized workhorses making this futuristic experience possible. And remember, while AI might be smart, it still can’t decide between 2% or almond milk for your morning cappuccino—that’s on you. Make the artificial intelligence proud!
As part of this experiment I would like to give credit where credit is due. If you enjoy these, please take a moment to read the original article:
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/10/amazon-ai-cashier-less-shops-humans-technology
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