Some argue that iBeacon has the potential to completely change the way we interact with environments, from retail outlets to museums – and others even claim that it could “change the world forever”. But what makes it so special?

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Men's clothing store Hointer is out to revolutionise retail. Founded by a senior ex-Amazon employee, it combines the best of physical and digital in a customer-centric real-world experience that's as fast and efficient as buying online.

iBeacon technology has long been used in Apple retail stores, and now it's spreading out to other retail outlets. Mook Group, an upscale German restaurant chain, has implemented iBeacon technology in its high-tech reward and loyalty scheme.