It's kind of crazy when you think about this. Certain stores are letting people just walk in,

grab what they want, and walk out. No more standing in line, no waiting to pay, no longer just

trying to figure out that self-checkout. You know what I'm talking about, the grocery stores.

You just walk in, pick up what you need at the store, and then you walk out the door, just like that.

I'm America's Digital Pro Kim Commando, and this is Commando on Demand, a podcast that provides in-depth insight into the ever-changing technology landscape and the impact it has on your life.

And in this podcast, we're going to talk

about the future of shopping technology. I'm going to let you know where you can shop, grab,

and go. That's the phrase, by the way, without ever having to deal with a cashier. That means no

more checkout lines. Retailers are coming up with everything that they can think of to try and make

shopping fun and convenient again, because after all, it's no doubt that when you want something,

you just hop online. These stores want to give you the consumer an amazing shopping experience.

That's right. The future's here, and that's the good news. Some of these upgraded shopping malls and stores are outstanding.

They're more like museums or amusement parks, a place where you can go hang out, have fun.

I mean, there's a new Apple store that's being built in Scottsdale, Arizona, at the Scottsdale Fashion Square.

It's one of those uppity malls. You know what I'm talking about.

The big deal about this Apple store is that you can go in, have a cup of coffee, and maybe somebody will be playing the guitar.

And of course, they're hoping while you're there, you'll look at a new iPhone or Apple Watch.

But the big deal about these new stores is that no longer do you have to stand in line to pay for anything.

So the question is, are you ready for a high-tech holiday season?

And all the fun you can stand in a store?

And in some cases, not even worry about standing in line.

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