How New Yorkers REALLY feel about modern tipping etiquette – as the nuisance of iPads takes over the city

New Yorkers have slammed the city’s “runaway” tipping culture, which sees shoppers pressured into paying for everyday items despite runaway inflation, driving prices up.

Traditional tipping rules have been stepping out of the window lately as customer harassment is being forced by “ipad tipping”. either spend extra or choose “no tip” while the servers watch.

Debates over tipping etiquette erupted this month New “guidelines” caused an uproar, suggesting that everyone should tip at least 20 percent no matter what – unless they want to be considered “rude”.

DailyMail.com scoured the streets of New York to find out what ordinary people really think of the city’s modern tipping culture, which thrives on splashing the cash.

The rise of digital payments, accelerated in part by the pandemic, has seen touchscreens used solely for tipping popping up across the Big Apple

Despite being told to spend an additional 25 percent every time they enjoy a meal or sip a latte, many Manhattan workers feel the practice has spiraled out of control.

“With the over-the-counter tipping system that has recently taken the country by storm, we have no choice,” 23-year-old resident Eden Gabay told DailyMail.com.

‘You never want to be the one to choose the no tip option.’

His brother Jasper agreed as he criticized how the tipping culture has risen in recent years thanks to the harassing technology seen across New York.

“There is an extra pressure. You literally hold the iPad up right in front of you, about eight inches from you, it’s just crazy,” he said.

“You kind of have to tip when you’re under that pressure. It’s weird having this pressure you’re feeling today.

New York student Sabrina said: “No, I don’t know (hint) – I’m trying, but I’m a student and I’m broke. I can hardly afford the rent!

“Especially in New York where the prices of everything are so high and everything has gone up in the last six months.”

New York college student Sabrina, center, said she was forced to stop tipping everyone as inflation has pushed up prices across the city

Eden Gabay (right) and his brother Jasper (left) said tipping over iPads makes customers think they have no choice.

Another Big Apple resident, Sebastian, 30, said shoppers are constantly pressured to tip for quick and cheap everyday items.

“I like a straight black coffee, I don’t really think tipping is justified,” he said.

“Now every time I’m charged I have to click multiple times to avoid tipping. The initial option will appear as “What would you like to tip?”.

“I’m standing there looking like a villain, clicking ‘no, no, no’ several times – meanwhile I’ve just ordered a black coffee.

“Why should I be expected to tip? It is ridiculous.’

Local student Danny agreed, describing the recent spike in iPad flipping across the city as “out of control.”

“You have to tip everything you get, everything you buy, everything you eat – prices have already gone up.”

Many New Yorkers also lamented the rise of the tipping culture as Americans continue to feel the brunt of high inflation.

“Everything’s more expensive than tipping,” said Sharon Shetes, an Atlanta resident, who said high tipping rates aren’t just a New York problem.

“With everything you have to pay, including rent, the owners should pay the servers.”

Her friend Natalie Melfi adds: “We are always confronted with iPads – I almost don’t want to give a tip.

“Our salaries don’t reflect this inflation either.”

Sharon Shetes, left, said tipping etiquette has changed recently because inflation has meant everyday items are “already more expensive”.

New Yorker Adam, left, said he doesn’t mind the pressures of modern tipping culture because it’s a “token of our appreciation” for low-paid workers

However, some locals said they didn’t mind the extra pressure, despite facing tips every day, as it was part of a long tradition of helping underpaid servers.

“I don’t mind the pressure,” said Manhattan worker Adam.

“I always tip around 20 percent. Service workers have incredibly demanding lives and low salaries, so this is how we show our appreciation.”

“I usually tip, even if I’m not happy about it for social niceties,” added David, 35.

Although tablets make many people nervous about everyday life, one resident felt the rise in iPad printing is a smart move on the part of those who rely on tips to make ends meet.

‘Good for you. They’re smart, they made it that way,” they said.

“And you know the people behind you can see what you’re clicking on.”

Debates over proper tipping etiquette erupted this week after a series of suggestions were published in New York Magazine’s The Cut, where the outlet asked readers, “Do you know how to behave? Are you sure?’

Ironically, though intended to guide people through even the most awkward situations, the new code of honor itself caused offense, advising people to pay “whether they like the service or not.”

Apparently, even taking your own takeaway should set you back an additional 10 percent, while restaurants earn at least 25 percent.

The magazine said it created its suggestions after asking people about situations that usually make them nervous.

However, with many people constantly leaving the feeling Modern cities are already awash with overpriced coffees and expensive amenities, it seems that tipping culture might be the biggest liability of all.

In 66 countries, it is customary to tip 10 percent, while Americans are expected to routinely tip over 20 percent

Aside from sections such as love, friendships and night out, the tipping guide caused particular controversy, with one Twitter user calling the rules “amazing” and another saying they were a “joke”.

One commenter even said the prompts discouraged them from tipping.

In the UK, Germany and the Netherlands, tipping is around five to ten percent, according to maps published by HawaiinIslands.com.

But according to The Cut, anyone who tips less than 20 percent at restaurants should be considered “rude” – while those with disposable incomes should tip a lot more.

For coffee shops, coffee carts, cafés and bodegas, customers should tip at least 20 percent due to the “tense environment” and “complicated orders”, the magazine says.

For bottled water, it’s “acceptable” but “stingy” not to tip.

Another surprising item on the list is the 10 percent tip requirement when picking up a takeaway.

Because even if you pick up the food yourself instead of getting delivery, ordering will still “break the flow of other work” from which staff could collect tips.

But while it argued that Uber drivers should also get 20 percent since they earn less than regular cab drivers, some lashed out at the pricey demands.

Kirsten Fleming wrote in the New York Post: “You have absolutely no connection with real New Yorkers who are struggling to pay rising rents and inflated food bills.

“The list should have been reduced to a few useful ideas.”