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Isis is expanding a program that lets mobile users pay for vending machine purchases via their smartphones with a loyalty tie-in that rewards repeat users. The new program provides free products based on points earned by smartphone users who pay at participating vending machines with the Isis Mobile Wallet.

users can download an app, sign up for an account and load their account with money from a different account to make mobile purchases on this vending machine. it only has one button- the rest is mobile. users get credits for a few cans of soda and a discount for using the vending machine and app to incentivize use

 accept mobile payments form NFC-enabled phones by tapping the phone on the vending machine. A small display on the vending machine lets the customer "spin the bottle" to see nutritional information while a larger display can display videos and advertisements.

It appears that vending machines for cabs may be the next frontier for the market, with both TaxiTreats and New Orleans Carriage Cab developing ways for passengers to buy products on the move. Vending machines appear to be a platform ripe for new innovation, and Springwise has seen numerous twists on the concept - from beer and wifi dispensers to machines that work only for adults.

Vending machine makers of late have sought to add social media capabilities, but they haven't messed with the design much. So give Diet Coke points for trying. The brand has unveiled what it's calling the "world's thinnest vending machine."

Coke is really milking this vending machine thing Def 6 came up with.

Using a smartphone, enter likepepsi.com, then connect with your Facebook account, like the Pepsi Facebook page and get a free Pepsi. The vending machine also uses the phone's location settings to make sure that only those in the vicinity receive a free sample for their 'like'. Those without smartphones use the 42" built-in touchscreen to log into Facebook to receive a free drink. Once the sample was given, a timer ensured everyone was logged out of their accounts. This new method of sampling provides real-time feedback on who has liked, tasted and enjoyed the beverage.

vending machine rewards people with coke for completing dancing tasks -- powered by kinect

The vending machine, which employs video streaming technology, will allow those aiming to enjoy a Coke, to view buyers on other machines around the world. The two thirsty friends must work together to draw a heart and earn a Coke.

Users scan a QR code then create a profile to check-in for badges. The vending machine will recognize the user and talk to you about things like the weather and your birthday. 

This is old (2 weeks), but I like the idea of unconventional vending machines to raise brand awareness.

Have you seen the hot dog vending machines? They grill the dog and toast the bun inside the machine. Brilliant.

luxury vending machines for cosmetics, perfume etc

In LA, Activate drinks has set up what it calls a human-powered vending machine. Angelenos can hop on, peddle for 30 seconds (way too short if you ask us but we're sure Activate doesn't want to cause any fat, lazy Americans a heart attack) and get a free drink.

Swipe your card and it vends keyboards, mice, cords, etc

The Ubox app enables users to pay for snacks at vending machines using their phone, awarding a 10 percent discount on all purchases made this way.

samppling vending machine that tests people to see how far they would actually go to get a sample

Video of a guy trying to get chips unstuck from a vending machine ends in not 1, not 2, but 3 bags stuck in the machine. All 3 bags are Frito Lay brand. Is it a viral attempt? I find this interesting because it's either A) a good case study for natural-feeling viral or B) a good example for how a viral attempt COULD feel natural, if it were in fact intentional.

donate your change from vending machine to charity