Venmo's new receipt scanning turns a photo of the bill into an itemized split, which could end the math and the awkward reminders for whoever pays first.
Venmo has added a way to split a restaurant bill by taking a picture of the receipt. The app reads the receipt, lists each item and does the math. The feature is rolling out now, according to the article.
Venmo says the problem is common. Its research finds that over 40% of adults aged 18 to 22 often pay first, then chase friends for the money. Alexis Sowa, General Manager of Venmo, said a pile of math goes away with a single photo.
The material does not say whether the feature costs anything, which phones support it or whether every user has it yet. It also does not say how accurate the scan is on crumpled or hard-to-read receipts. The article suggests restaurants may promote the feature to groups. It also notes that businesses would need reliable internet and some staff training. Some customers will still want to pay with cash or a card.
If you often cover the group bill, look for 'Scan receipt' in your Venmo app, since the feature is rolling out now.
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