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TL;DR Samsung Browser v30.0.0.39 from a leaked One UI 9 build includes code for a new “Smart shopping” feature that finds and applies coupons.
The feature uses data such as website history, basket contents, and IP addresses to find relevant discounts.
“Smart shopping” appears to be an opt-in feature that users will be able to manage or disable in the browser’s settings.
Samsung Browser just landed on Windows, but Android users shouldn’t feel like they’ve been forgotten. We’ve spotted Samsung working on Smart Shopping features within Samsung Browser that could recommend coupon deals and even apply coupons at checkout.
Samsung Browser v30.0.0.39 from a leaked One UI 9 build includes code that points to various shopping-related features.
Code Copy Text <string name="discount_copy_button_action_description">Copy discount code</string> <string name="discount_expiration_date_android">Valid until %1$s</string> <string name="discount_icon_expanded_text">Discount found</string>
The above strings suggest that the browser app will notify users when it finds a discount code. It will show the validity of the discount code and provide a button to copy it quickly.
Code Copy Text Samsung Browser shows relevant coupons when you visit shopping websites using information related to your visit, such as your country (based on device or network information) and the time of your visit. You can manage or turn off Smart shopping at any time in Samsung Browser Settings > Useful features > Turn off. See our Privacy Notice for more details.
As the string implies, the shopping-related features are called “Smart shopping.”
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