Frankie & Benny's offers a web-based payment system accessible via QR code, eliminating the need for a dedicated app. I tested the process, and while the Google Pay option encountered a glitch (already reported), the overall experience was smooth and efficient, taking about a minute to complete.
Tired of typing in usernames and passwords? So are your users. Autofill helps, but the Credential Management API gives developers more control. It lets you securely store and retrieve user credentials, simplifying logins with just a couple of taps. This Chrome-only API allows access to a PasswordCredential object, rather than raw passwords. It works with other improvements like proper autofill fields (email, username, new-password, current-password) and offers a potential future where landing and login pages are obsolete. Imagine a web where users stay logged in seamlessly, only re-authenticating when necessary. This post covers how to implement the API, including a demo and sample code. Plus, explore how it might combine with the Web Payment Request API to streamline e-commerce.
As a UK resident with a Google AdSense account, I'm holding onto my earnings until the dollar-to-pound exchange rate improves. My first payout was disappointing, especially after a year of work. I believe UK advertisers are also being shortchanged due to the exchange rate. Unless Google implements an exchange rate program that gives UK advertising better visibility, we're not getting a fair deal. For now, I've suspended my ads and will hold onto any future AdSense earnings.