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AI-Powered Fitting Mirrors and 3D Avatars: Transforming Retail Experiences with New Technologies

Jan 20 (News On Japan) - This year, "NRF Retail’s Big Show," a prominent event in the U.S. retail industry, took place in New York. Known as one of the world's largest retail trade expos, the event attracted over 1,000 companies from various countries and drew 40,000 attendees.

The exhibition showcased groundbreaking technologies poised to revolutionize the retail industry. This report focuses on innovations from startups that aim to transform both in-store operations and consumer experiences, including AI-powered fitting mirrors and highly detailed 3D avatars.

Source: テレ東BIZ

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