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Now that inexpensive LCD’s have popped up in car headrests, elevators and subway trains, it was just a matter of time before the advertising applications emerged.

Vending machines in Japan are the latest device to be outfitted with flatscreens. Why? Because they play commercials, and if you sit (well, stand) through one, the machine will discount the price of your drink. Time is money, and now you can pay using both currencies.

via engadget

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(Via core77.com’s design blog.)