Daijiworld Media Network - Abu Dhabi (SR)

Abu Dhabi, Jun 29: Etisalat partnering with Adnoc distribution launched ‘first-of-its-kind’ self-service vending machine in the UAE on Thursday. Customers can access the vending machine 24/7 and the expected turnaround time to buy the smartphone will be five minutes.

As part of a pilot project the first machine is installed at the ADNOC Distribution service station located on the Abu Dhabi Corniche (No. 933).

As per the concerned officials the vending machine is very user friendly and all that a customer needs to do is enter his/her emirates id and mobile number. Payment can be made through both card and cash. At the end of the transaction the machine will dispense the product and receipt. A wide range of selected handsets and accessories of both Android and iOS is made available in the machine.

As per Khaleej Times, the General Manager of Etisalat Abu Dhabi told the publication, "We are delighted to be partnering with ADNOC Distribution in this pilot project to promote and make the availability of Etisalat mobile products and services at a prime location in Abu Dhabi. Etisalat has continuously focused on creating an efficient and enhanced the retail environment to provide digital services to give our customers an enriched experience. The launch of the UAE's first self-service vending machine at ADNOC Distribution's service station reaffirms our strong commitment to innovation and adopting the latest retail technologies to deliver digital and a seamless shopping experience for customers."