New Computers Make Grocery Carts Smarter

by Steven Senne USATODAY.com, 3 May 2005 Supermarkets are trying out new computers that make grocery carts more intelligent. They won't take over your trip to the store, as HAL took over the mission in "2001: A Space Odyssey." But they will help shoppers find lemon cake mix or light bulbs, let them order ahead to avoid the deli line and keep a running tally of the bill. Read the article