@fabarati Lots of things are not new. But it takes several things in-a-row before something catches on.
The combination of a (popular) always-on always-connected pocket computer, with this contactless near-field communications, has the potential to go beyond Rolling Stones tickets.
What is with people saying "it isn't new" any time Apple does anything? Is Apple claiming it's new? Why is the default reaction to anything Apple does "it isn't new"? I really don't get it.
e-ticketing isn't new. But that's not what Apple is trying to get a patent for. Apple is applying for a patent for their own system for implementing e-tickets, incorporating iTunes. They're not claiming to have INVENTED it.
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The wider potential of this technology is enormous.
The London Underground has contactless ticket option.
The phone has the potential to become ticket/wallet/keys all in one.
C.
@Carniphage Yes, but it isn't really all that new.
@fabarati
Lots of things are not new.
But it takes several things in-a-row before something catches on.
The combination of a (popular) always-on always-connected pocket computer, with this contactless near-field communications, has the potential to go beyond Rolling Stones tickets.
They could even use it for other music genres!
C.
@fabarati
What is with people saying "it isn't new" any time Apple does anything? Is Apple claiming it's new? Why is the default reaction to anything Apple does "it isn't new"? I really don't get it.
e-ticketing isn't new. But that's not what Apple is trying to get a patent for. Apple is applying for a patent for their own system for implementing e-tickets, incorporating iTunes. They're not claiming to have INVENTED it.
@Carniphage Of course the only problem with this is thieves stealing your ticket/wallet/keys all at once.