Is Technology Making You Overprompt?
While tipping has always been the norm in restaurants and salons, people now expect to be tipped for coffee to go and takeout orders through iPad kiosks.
The culture of convenient payment apps is creating a new culture of tipping. Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, it seems like almost every time you leave the house, no matter where you are, you have to tip someone.
While tipping has always been the norm in restaurants and salons, people now expect to be tipped for coffee to go and takeout orders through iPad kiosks. We’re narrowing down where tipping is good so you don’t have to spend too much of your hard-earned cash.
Here’s what you need to know about tipping when using new payment technologies. (CyberGuy.com)
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What is tipping culture and how has it developed?
iPad tipping culture refers to the practice of leaving tips for service providers through iPad-based point-of-sale systems. This is becoming more common in restaurants, bars and cafes, where customers can tip easily using a tablet’s touchscreen.
The practice is growing in popularity due to the convenience and speed of electronic transactions, as well as the ability to provide more precise amounts than traditional cash tips.
However, specific customs and expectations for tipping iPads may vary by location and institution. Especially since the 2020 pandemic, many businesses that previously would not consider tipping customers, such as coffee shops, are now using iPads as their payment system and tipping customers.
While some people may feel stressed at the moment and choose to tip when they really shouldn’t, there are some guidelines you can follow so you know when to tip and when not to tip.
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Who should I tip?
One of the most important things you should consider when tipping is whether or not the employee you are tipping is a contract employer. If yes, consider the 20% standard and increase that percentage for super-excellent service.This applies to waiters, bartenders, taxi drivers and salon workers, Just to name a few.
Why does everyone with a tablet that spins around to customers expect a tip?
If you get an easy order, and you’re face to face with that iPad, there’s no minimum tip expectation. While tipping a barista is generally considered polite, especially if they provide good service, it’s not required.
If you want to tip someone who helps you, you can always tip 10% or even $1 or $2. You might even consider rounding to dollars. Keep in mind that people who work in places like coffee shops and grocery stores are paid by the hour, while people who work in service industries like restaurants and salons are not paid, which is why workers in these service industries are more expensive than grocery or coffee shop workers. Easier to get tips.
Tips may be considered optional if services are provided for employees who do not rely on them, such as car service. That said, if you want to show your appreciation, feel free to tip of course.
How to calculate tip easily?
Apple’s Calculator app can help figure out the correct hint. (CyberGuy.com)
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You can quickly calculate a tip on your iPhone or Apple Watch calculator.
apple watch There are options for you to quickly calculate a tip or to split a check. Methods as below:
- Open calculator application on your Apple Watch.
- Enter the total bill and click hint.
- closure digital crownChoose a tip percentage.
- tap people then turn digital crown Enter the number of people to split the bill.
- you will see Tip amount, total amount, and how much each person owesIf the bill is split evenly.
If you only use the iPhone calculator, you can get your dollar tip amount by simply opening the calculator app and multiplying your total bill by the amount you wish to tip. For example, if your bill is $30 and you want a 20% tip, multiply 30 by 0.2 in your iPhone Calculator app and it will give you the tip total. Or, if you don’t want to use the calculator app at all, use the Siri feature on your iPhone and say, “Hey Siri, what is 20% of 30?” and it will give you the answer.
You can learn more iPhone calculator quick tips here.
Have you ever felt the need to tip someone when a tablet with the tip amount suddenly twirled at you? We’d love to hear your thoughts.
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