Portable electronic terminal and data processing system

摘要: The present invention relates to a personal shopping system for combined use in both the home of user and establishment. includes host computer which is coupled modem and, optionally, at least one wireless multi-access point. At establishment kiosk cradle employed interface with portable terminal also part system. can be used user. It configured read bar codes associated items related shopping, memory, code reader, transceiver, data interface. communicates cradle. A provided adapted remain terminal-receiving station communicate terminal. transfer circuit included permit exchange between computer. unique identifying indicia so that serve as form identification Database management lists multiple establishments, including customer preferences, performed.