Information Week reported that Apple has filed a patent that would enable a wireless device (such as an iPod or iPhone) to place a wireless order at a cafe or quick serve restaurant without waiting in line.
The article notes that Apple already has a deal with Starbucks (for selling music or free Wi-Fi) and there is an added value to restaurants because each order gets a tracking number and the stores will be able to track customer orders and behavior.
Comment from Wireless and Mobile News:
The patent doesn’t state if when Apple creates another device for which Macaholics stand in line if they will be able to order the next iGadget with an other iGadget…