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Sony patent could let players tap a credit card on their PlayStation controller to buy games
www.dexerto.com/gaming/sony-patent-could-let-players-tap-a-credit-card-on-their-controller-to-buy-games-3411921/🤣4
Replying to @Some_Emo_Chick@lemmy.world
This initially sounds horrible, but really is it much different from just typing in the details? Result is the same.
Replying to @dan1101@lemmy.world
You better hope all the kids’ parents keep their credit cards locked up in a faraday cage. All it takes is waving the controller past, and the charge is made. It’s a lot different than having to take the card out and type in the numbers.
Replying to @xthexder@l.sw0.com
No? It’s no different.
Replying to @LodeMike@lemmy.today
My point is, it’s hard to read the credit card numbers when they’re not visible inside a wallet or pocket. It’s the difference between having to ask to use the credit card and just using it without the parent noticing (until it shows up on the bill). Point-of-sale equipment to charge credit cards by tap aren’t exactly something people leave their kids unattended with.
Replying to @xthexder@l.sw0.com
Ah, that does make sense.
Counterpoint: children have a lot of time to scheme and prepare for the right time.