allison Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I have been using the U-Scan checkout a lot because the checkers at the big new Freelard Freddy are soooo sloooww, but I think the U-Scan has its own problems with speed. Anyone done their own studies or have insights regarding the U-Scan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoboy Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 N/A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_Simpkins Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I suck at it. I always miss the bar codes. Takes time. Plus U can't flirt with the cute checkers anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainierwon Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Yah , they don't work at all on the stuff outside once you leave the store, so just grab a load of that expensive firewood or ice at a discount . Where the hell is Freelard ? I know of Freeland on the Island, but there is no Dread Meyer there anyway . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Clarke Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I'm completely against the U-scan check out lines. Takes away jobs. I work my butt off, stressed out trying to make deadlines and commitments so it's the least I want to do is figure out the code for an avocado. Someone who knows what they're doing is indispensable. I've heard on NPR that in Texas there is thumb print technology to pay for groceries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeclimb9 Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I avoid the u-scan lines after several bad experiences. Without fail, I screw something up in the process (put it in the bag too early, or too late, etc.). I don't like to feel like an idiot when I spend money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobBob Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Rage against the machine. Key in the wrong brand of apple when buying yr produce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregm Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 they have them at QFC too, where it is often a lot faster. you have to be careful: if i put my bike helmet in the basket and then take it out it tells me to scan the thing and then locks up(it has a scale under where you put the basket so it knows when you've taken something out.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erik Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 ALLISON I FIND it slightly ironic that you are using machines that take away from fellow union workers. what if they started to have robot perform your job? and wha if i told you that those machines where manufactured in china....where the oppresed worker has no orgainzed labor union. hmmmmmmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
To_The_Top Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Allison, I am a real gaper when it comes to using those stupid check out U scans, and I have had to get the checker that is there to help, but I have only used the ones at QFC. TTT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figger_Eight Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Chubby and Tubby just went out of business because of places like Fred Meyer. Fight the power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I avoid the U-scan thingers like a disease!!!! Can you see me with my 20 things 2 kids yelling and me pulling my hair out... no F'ing thank you. I like to chit chat with the checker, and my boys are so cute and good they almost always get a sticker. If it ain't broke don't fix it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinoregon Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I love the U-Scan. I rely on the fact that most people don't understand them and can't use them so lines are short or non-existant. I have never had any issues that could not be resolved quickly since there is a checker right there to solve problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minx Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I love the U-scan at QFC. I don't have to make pleasant chit-chat w/the cashier or wait in the endless lines! Never had a problem w/it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 (edited) I don't have to make pleasant chit-chat w/the cashier that explains so much to me Edited January 15, 2003 by Muffy_The_Wanker_Sprayer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allison Posted January 15, 2003 Author Share Posted January 15, 2003 I was expecting to get flamed for using a machine to check out my groceries. I also pump my own gas. So sue me. Nearly all grocery stores in this area are unionized, and I think Freddy is, so the auto-checkout would have been for sure a negotiated item. If I am mistaken about Fred Meyer being a union grocery store, someone speak up, as it's not exactly hard to go to one that is. FYI Whole Foods is definitely NOT a union store, and I don't know about Trader Joe but would doubt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Freddy's in Or. is union Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Allison, why are you so worried about being flamed. Do you deserve or desire it? Sounds fishy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Clarke Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 I think she secretly likes being flamed. Like a good crack on the _ _ _. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 now that got my attention Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Flash_Amazing Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 U-Scan rocks the socks! It was bewildering and intimidating at first (like sex!), but once you figure it out, it's a piece of cake. Plus, if you're an antisocial cretin who hates talking to people if you don't know them, it's perfect. Beep, beep, beep, and you sliiiide right out of the store. Perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobBob Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 It was bewildering and intimidating at first (like masturbation!), DFA is a master of the tech world! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iain Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 who do you think you are, NPR? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 Hey DFA Peckerhead. Just took your advice. Rearranged the stereo, and am ready for it's trial by fire. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobBob Posted January 15, 2003 Share Posted January 15, 2003 ya like the NPR tweakin'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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