Apparently, digital shoplifting is on the rise in Japan, home of many camera phones. Apparently, Japanese are photographing books, movie times, fashion displays, etc and exchanging the images.
Said one woman, ” But I have taken pictures of a hair-style catalogue to show to a hairdresser as the whole catalogue book was heavy… I also photograph clothes to consult friends about what to buy… or to tell them: This is the dress I’m planning to wear for the wedding party.”
Wow! Can’t wait till this new behavior comes to the US. Mobblogging is fascinating enough…
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