This is at JFK, does anyone know what they are used for? There wasn’t an obvious time when it was taking a picture.

  • CaptDust@sh.itjust.works
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    5 months ago

    This is an ICM Self Check In Kiosk, which features a “passenger feedback camera” and offers “a single token end to end processing experience”.

    Basically exactly what you think it is, an advanced biometric system for reading your face. I don’t think airports have it activated yet, but maybe one day you’ll be able to check in without scanning a boarding pass or passport for the low price of your privacy.