Starbucks Korea has decided to limit the use of personal desktop computers, power strips, printers, and partitions in its stores.
On the 7th, according to Starbucks Korea, the headquarters announced the day before that it would prohibit customers from using personal desktops, printers, power strips, and partitions in all nationwide stores. Additionally, it has placed notices regarding this matter in the stores starting today, and partners (employees) will directly inform customers engaging in such actions.
This appears to be a measure taken in response to complaints from other customers after some patrons began using stores like personal offices, connecting power strips to the outlets to use personal desktops and printers. In reality, there have been controversies online regarding cases of students studying in cafes (referred to as 'cafe students') using partitions and personal desktops and keyboards.
In addition, Starbucks Korea has notified customers who are leaving their seats for long periods to take their belongings with them. A representative from Starbucks Korea noted, "This is to provide a pleasant and convenient store experience for customers visiting Starbucks and to prepare for the risks of theft and loss of belongings while leaving seats for extended periods."