Kinset.com - 3D Virtual Shopping

Like to shop? You know you do. That being said, you'll no doubt love Kinset, which takes online shopping to a new level. With its virtual stores it makes web shopping practically unrecognizable from the real world act. Well, sort of. Obviously, you're still using a keyboard and staring at your computer screen is a far cry away from actually gazing on shelves upon shelves of designer shoes, or Ikea furniture, but it's still a pretty good estimation. To use it, you'll first need to download a browser app from their site. Once done, you'll be able to walk through virtual aisles, take a peek at book covers (the first 3D store is for book retailer Amazon), and you'll get to check out detailed descriptions of each item by dragging your mouse over them. To purchase, type in your credit card deets and off you go. People who are acquainted with the real world store will be able to find things more quickly, while those who aren't so familiar can get their bearings. Sounds cool, doesn't it?

"Kinset is for those of us who like to shop. Stroll down an aisle with hundreds of items on display. Pause when something catches your eye. Browse and linger while discovering new things. That's what real shopping is about, and that's what makes Kinset the first online shopping that's truly enjoyable. Try it now!"

Kinset has latched onto a cool and useful idea. It allows users to get their shop on even if they can't actually go shopping in meatspace. Also allows companies to further promote their brand/stores by building a strong online presence. It's like shopping in SecondLife.

Will people actually use this if they can just as well go to the actual store and physically pick up objects? Doesn't the joy of shopping have much to do with the physical act? Is the technology good enough to compare with actual shopping?