“AMMO MOBILE MONEY” BLASTS ONTO THE SCENE
“How much ammo do you have on you? is a common question asked among the hip hop and happening hipsters out there. And now, finally, they can get actual “ammo ” to spend! I shit you not – read on and I’ll tell you how I haven’t pulled out my wallet this whole week. Oh, and I nearly got arrested.
As you all know, we don’t promote just any brands here on 2oceansvibe, and we often find ourselves turning down certain products and services. Filtering bullshit away from your eyes and ears is all part of the vibe. “Living the holiday” is more than just chilling out at the beach, it’s about engaging with pre-approved people and companies who don’t add stress to your life. Being able to avoid assholes is very much a part of living the holiday.
So back to the story, I was approached by a company called Ammo Mobile Money a few weeks ago with a mobile payment solution they have developed, allowing you to pay for goods and services with your PHONE. Yes, I know, it sounds complicated, but listen up.
I was pretty sceptical and told the beautiful people at Ammo that I couldn’t market their product to my readers unless I genuinely likes it and used it in my everyday life. “No problemo” they told me, confidently, as they sent instructions on how to install the app on my iPhone. (BTW, all wap-enabled phones can download ammo by going to www.ammo.mobi in their phone browsers and follow registration prompts. The whole process takes 4 minutes and is a once-off).
I checked out the shops that Ammo is currently linked to, including Sumo, Vida e, Mugg & Bean, Saul’s, Arnolds, Soupa, Kauai, Primi Piatti, Nando’s, with some big ones being added to the system in the pipeline). Not bad. Not bad at all! Oh, and you can buy things like electricity and even transfer money to your buddies.
My Ammo account was pre-loaded with R500 (nice touch), as I looked through the incredibly simple to use interface. You click one icon to load ammo onto your phone (via credit card or even EFT) and another button to spend ammo. It seemed very easy but I was yet to try it out.
A few days later I was cruising around the area, hungry, and I realised I didn’t have my wallet on me. Perfect! I thought to myself – I’ll go to Sumo and use my AMMO! The circumstances weren’t ideal, I’ll be honest. I had just had a small toke on a joint and was ever so slightly nervous. I hoped to God it was as easy as they promised.
I walked up to the counter, where I noticed the little Ammo logo on the till. Safe..
“Umm, hi there, could I please have a Chunky Chicken Wrap?”
“Sure,” the lady said, “that’s be R30.” I can’t remember if it was exactly R30, but there was definitely a “3″ in it.
I looked at the app and started to panic. The first button on the screen said “quick pay,” which I liked the look of. I clicked it and a randomly generated code came up on the screen. I stared blankly at the lady at the till and showed her my phone. She acted like everything was normal and typed the number into the till. Nice vibe.
Suddenly, as if by magic, my phone’s screen read, “Sumo R30 – ACCEPT or DECLINE”
“My God! It’s all happening!” I shrieked! “Accept!! Accept!!”
Transaction Complete, came the following message on the screen.
“Thank you very much,” said the young lady, as she handed over the slip and my Chunky Chicken Wrap. I pretended everything was normal and walked away with the goods. After five strides I broke into a flat-out run. The paranoia from the weed had set in and I kept looking over my shoulder, waiting to be arrested for stealing – because that’s how it felt. My car was parked up the road in the Kloof Lifestyle Centre (free parking for first 30 minutes – Owwwehh!) and I hid inside the car park until the effects had worn off.
I stole this Chunky Chicken Wrap
But there was no crime – I had simply made my first mobile payment. Not only had it made my life simpler and better, but It was, simultaneously, the most amazing feeling I have felt in a long time.
Imagine getting that rush every time you spend money ammo?
That’s what I’m going to do anytime I can now. I’m going to spend Ammo wherever and whenever I can. Watch me.
I’m also going to urge all 2oceansvibe brands to get on board and allow Ammo payments. Then, when I’m done with that I’m going to urge every other retailer in Cape Town and South Africa to do the same. And howz this : You can even add a tip to the payment if you want!
You know how we like to keep up to date on what hot and happening?
Well THIS is happening. THIS is now.
You need to be a part of it. Trust me.
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9 Comments
Greg W
05 Mar 2010
I actually lol’d at this post, could totally picture the weed paranoia, thanks for the laugh Seth!
James
05 Mar 2010
Wow sounds really cool! On my way to download ammo app asap!
If the clubs get on board with this they could do so well! Imagine paying for ur round t the bar on ur phone
great stuff!
Ked
05 Mar 2010
So basically, what you’re telling us is that you drove while stoned. Glad I wasn’t on the road then.
Seth Rotherham
05 Mar 2010
Hey Ked. Nought. I waited for the effects to wear off before I drove.
Rich…!
05 Mar 2010
Dude, site says that the iPhone app ain’t available yet? Hmmm…
Tam
05 Mar 2010
Hey Rich, iPhone application will be live in 2 weeks. Because it’s the first application for iPhones in the world which allows you to make purchases in a store environment, Apple US are taking their sweet time with the approval process.
Watch this space!
the salami from killarney
05 Mar 2010
Very astute, Ked. You’d be a credit to the SAPS. But you’re missing a rather obvious point here: goefed drivers in Cape Town are like sharks at Muizenberg: for every one you notice, there are like 50 that you don’t. Or something.
What was I saying again?
Nick
05 Mar 2010
Is it prepaid or linked to a credit card or what?
Dax
07 Mar 2010
Hey I got Ammo a few days ago , and am LOVING it!!!! Have used it every morning at Kauai at the Virgin active(perfect as I never have my wallet with me), have also been going to Vida’. Its super quick&easy & dont worry bout “what happens if my phone gets stolen” you need a pin number to login to your Ammo account anyway. Get it people, it Rocks!!
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