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Second Generation Square Register Delivers More Speed, Power, and Reliability to the Neighborhood
DISTRIBUTED-WORK-MODEL/OAKLAND, Calif., February 04, 2026--Today, Square launched the second generation of Square Register, the company's flagship countertop point-of-sale device. Building on the success of the original Square Register, the revamped hardware delivers significant performance improvements and enhanced reliability, helping sellers more seamlessly manage operations, provide high quality customer experiences, and keep orders flowing during their busiest periods.
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