If I'm reading that diagram correctly, not only does the consumer have to scan a code, but the vendor then scans another code. So not one, but two QR code scans. The success is built in!
The TechCrunk article that MacRumors get their info from says: "When it’s time for a user to check out, they request to pay with CurrentC. The consumer then unlocks their phone, opens the CurrentC app, opens the code scanner, and scans the QR code shown on the cashier’s screen. In some case, the reverse may happen where the consumer’s CurrentC app displays a payment code and the cashier scans it."
But unrelated, the steps you quote: gawd dahyum. I'd rather stand behind the old lady writing a check, as mentioned by another commenter. Thing is, retailers have mostly solved the check-writing problem (but they still can't make Mr. OldSkool fill out everything but the amount before he gets to the front of the line). No more "I need check approval on aisle 3", no more 3 pieces of ID, just scan it and stick it in the drawer. It sounds like there's a strong possibility that they're bringing us back to the time when those behind get to roll their eyes and sigh as we all wait for the person at the front because "oh, gawd, they're using that thing".
> It sounds like there's a strong possibility that they're bringing us back to the time when those behind get to roll their eyes and sigh as we all wait for the person at the front because "oh, gawd, they're using that thing".
Except I doubt you'll ever see anyone actually use CurrentC.
If I'm reading that diagram correctly, not only does the consumer have to scan a code, but the vendor then scans another code. So not one, but two QR code scans. The success is built in!