{"id":5155,"date":"2020-06-28T07:55:26","date_gmt":"2020-06-28T07:55:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web3unplugged.io\/blog\/?p=5155"},"modified":"2020-06-28T07:55:29","modified_gmt":"2020-06-28T07:55:29","slug":"smartcitti-launches-smartshopper-to-take-the-guesswork-out-of-post-lockdown-shopping-trips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web3unplugged.io\/blog\/smartcitti-launches-smartshopper-to-take-the-guesswork-out-of-post-lockdown-shopping-trips\/","title":{"rendered":"SmartCitti Launches ‘SmartShopper’ To Take The Guesswork Out Of Post-Lockdown Shopping Trips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

SmartCitti<\/a>\u00a0is a digital twin of our real world which has been designed to create a happier, safer and smarter way of living, and is now going to take the anxiety out of post-lockdown shopping trips with the launch of the new and innovative feature \u2013 SmartShopper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SmartShopper uses AI \u2018outdoor and indoor\u2019 navigation technology to help users plan a stress-free shopping trip from the comfort of their home. It maps out the safest routes and directs them from their front door, to and around the malls \u2013 with multi-destination routes available \u2013 in a first-of-its-kind experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The app also notifies users about nearby friends and family \u2013 helping to keep them and loved ones safe and at ease \u2013 whilst pointing out the latest deals on offer in stores too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Mohammed Al-Husban, Head of Happiness and UX at SmartCitti, said:\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cLet\u2019s be real, life after lockdown has seen many changes \u2013 new social distancing rules, sanitation stations and even \u2018no touch\u2019 policies in some stores. With plenty going on, it can be difficult to plan an enjoyable trip, while simultaneously keeping yourself and loved ones safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThat\u2019s why we\u2019re taking the guesswork and anxiety out of post-lockdown shopping, by planning a seamless trip for our community. SmartShopper ensures they stay safe while easily navigating around the malls, meaning no more getting lost, finding themselves stuck in crowds or wasting time finding the best routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Al-Husban adds:\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cBy bridging the gap between the real and digital worlds, we\u2019re paving the way for smarter, safer and happier living.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working across the five major shopping destinations in Dubai \u2013\u00a0The Dubai Mall<\/a>,\u00a0Mall of the Emirates<\/a>,\u00a0Marina Mall<\/a>,\u00a0Ibn Battuta Mall<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Souk Madinat Jumeirah<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 additional features of SmartShopper include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n