When it comes time to pay, you swipe your palm and walk out the door.

That’s what’s coming to over 500+ Whole Foods Market locations by the end of the year.

Then, swipe your hand over a terminal to quickly pay for goods.

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It’s like facial or fingerprint recognition, but using your palm.

Eventually, Amazonbrought this technology to Panera Bread, and now it’s expanding into other retailers.

According to Amazon, palm scans are less of a security concern than facial recognition for users.

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“We are always looking for new ways to delight our customers and improve the shopping experience.

To make things even easier, Amazon has anew way for beginners to sign up.

Additionally, there’s anoption to pre-enrollif you’d like.

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So, the next time you head to Whole Foods, try paying with your palm.