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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Samsung brings AI-powered lock screen shopping to select Galaxy mobile phones
Samsung has rolled out a new AI-powered shopping feature directly on the lock screens of select Galaxy smartphones in the US. This initiative comes through a partnership with Glance AI, a company owned by mobile advertising firm InMobi, which specialises in e-commerce experiences driven by generative AI. According to a 9to5Google report, Galaxy phone users can now opt into this shopping experience that allows them to see themselves virtually wearing different outfits and styles. The feature uses selfies or images provided by users to create realistic renderings of how various clothes might look on them. Users can then save these images as wallpapers or share them. Also read: Meta's deal for nuclear power is likely cheaper than Microsoft's, Jefferies says Jason Shim, head of the Galaxy Store in the US, said this integration offers a personalised and interactive shopping experience on the lock screen, designed to engage users more directly. The AI system uses Google's Gemini and Imagen models to generate visuals and suggest apparel options. The service pulls from more than 400 brands and retailers, including Levi's, Old Navy, and Tommy Hilfiger, according to the reports. Users can purchase items through the app with a simple tap. The AI also keeps track of current trends, local events, and social media, which will provide them with timely updates on sales and promotions. Also read: Samsung Galaxy S25 review: Flagship features in a handful package This new shopping feature will be available on several Galaxy phone models, such as the Galaxy S22, S23, S24, and S25 series, excluding the Edge version of the S25. Users can download the Glance AI app through the Galaxy Store to access the service. Glance first announced its AI shopping concept last month. The company said that the experience centres on the user, tailoring clothing suggestions based on selfies and personal data like age, body type, gender, and height. Also read: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: Almost the perfect Android flagship Beyond apparel, Glance plans to expand its AI-powered styling services to cover beauty products, accessories, and travel recommendations later this year. This ongoing development aims to provide a broader range of personalised shopping options for Galaxy users through AI technology.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Google-backed Glance AI to be part of Samsung mobile phones in the US
Google-backed Glance, a consumer tech company, announced on Wednesday that Glance AI—an AI commerce platform—will be available on Samsung phones in the US. Glance AI, which is powered by Google's Imagen 4 AI generator, brings personalised shopping to the lock screen. Glance AI allows users to instantly visualise themselves in outfits and destinations they would never imagine and purchase their favourites with just a tap. Naveen Tewari, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Glance, said: 'Glance AI helps consumers discover and visualise what's possible—starting with an outfit that makes them look and feel great—and own it with just a tap on the platform. Samsung's commitment to enable Glance AI across its US devices will enable consumers to enjoy a fully user-opted-in experience where inspirational commerce and content converge.' Glance, a subsidiary of mobile advertising firm InMobi, is a five-year-old company. It has over 300 million global users, with 235 million in India. Glance as a software platform is available on over 450 million smartphones globally. Some of the OEMs that Glance works with include Samsung, MI, Vivo, Oppo, realme, Jio and others. Jason Shim, Senior Director and Head of Samsung Galaxy Store USA, said in a statement: 'Glance AI is a perfect example of the kind of high-quality and unique content we strive to deliver. By using AI to personalise content and shopping directly on the lock screen, it brings a smarter, more dynamic experience that reflects the forward-thinking spirit of the Galaxy Store.' In India, while Samsung phones may not have this feature on their lock screen, users can download the app from the Google Play Store and Apple's App Store. In an earlier announcement, the company had said that users can now explore looks and products tailored to their preferences and complete purchases seamlessly from over 400 global brands. Glance AI is a fully opt-in platform, with privacy and user control built into its core design. Users can explore looks, save or share them, set them as wallpapers, and visualise themselves in unique looks and collections driven by global trends and occasions. In an earlier interaction with Business Standard, Tewari had said that the firm has set a timeframe of 12 months to reach profitability. This is on the back of its foray into the US market and also because of some of its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered offerings. Glance revenue for FY24, according to a report filed by Entrackr, stood at Rs 614 crore, up 89 per cent on a year-on-year basis. The firm's loss was Rs 929 crore in FY24, down from Rs 1,094 crore in FY23.
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Glance and Samsung Galaxy Store Partner to Redefine Mobile Commerce: Launching a New AI Shopping Experience for Samsung Users in US
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glance, the consumer technology company backed by Google, launches Glance AI, an AI Commerce platform that delivers inspirational Generative-AI led commerce and content discovery for Samsung users in the US. As part of this strategic partnership, Samsung users will gain access to Glance's AI shopping and styling experiences. Glance AI is a Gen AI shopping platform disrupting how consumers shop today. They can instantly visualize themselves in outfits and destinations they would never imagine and purchase their favorites with just a tap. Built on Google Gemini's intelligence and Imagen's state-of-the-art image generation capabilities, Glance AI offers custom experiences across multiple Android handset manufacturers. Through this new partnership, Glance AI is unveiling its new custom app experience specially designed for Samsung users. "Glance AI is driven by a core human truth - each one of us wants to become the best version of ourselves. What stands between that aspiration and reality is the awareness of what is possible or access to platforms that enable this,' said Naveen Tewari, Founder and CEO, Glance. 'Glance AI helps consumers discover and visualize what's possible – starting with an outfit that makes them look and feel great – and own it with just a tap on the platform. Samsung's commitment to enable Glance AI across its US devices will enable consumers to enjoy a fully user-opted-in experience where inspirational commerce and content converge.' Available as both an app and a lockscreen experience, Glance AI is a fully opt-in experience. It trains itself on a single selfie or an image from the image gallery to generate hyper-real images of consumers in outfits best suited for them. As users visualize themselves in various outfits, they can make real-time purchase decisions with just a tap. The recommendations and order fulfillment are driven by Glance AI's extensive partnership with more than 400 leading brands and retailers in the US and beyond. The app further allows users to place the feature directly on their lock screen for easy access and the ability to save each look as either their lockscreen wallpaper or download to share across their network. Glance AI also leverages trending content, local events, and social media moments to make recommendations fresh, relevant, and engaging. High-speed inferencing helps deliver options such as flash sales and trend-driven commerce, making every shopping experience unique and effortless. By utilizing Samsung's extensive reach alongside the power of AI, Glance aims to redefine user interaction with smartphones, making every moment spent on the device richer and more efficient. 'At Samsung Galaxy Store, we're proud to be more than just an app marketplace – we're a destination for innovation, discovery, and meaningful experiences tailored for Galaxy users,' said Jason Shim, Sr. Director and Head of Samsung Galaxy Store USA. 'Glance AI is a perfect example of the kind of high-quality and unique content we strive to deliver. By using AI to personalize content and shopping directly on the lock screen, it brings a smarter, more dynamic experience that reflects the forward-thinking spirit of the Galaxy Store.' This collaboration paves the way for a mobile ecosystem that enables users to discover new styles and trends, transforming the smartphone into a dynamic center of styling and commerce. Glance AI begins its staged rollout today starting with popular Samsung handsets including Galaxy S22 plus, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23 plus, Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24 plus, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S25 plus. The rest of the device models and a full 100% scale are expected to be achieved within next 30 days. About Glance Glance is a consumer technology company, creating an industry-defining AI commerce platform to help consumers and businesses reimagine shopping using generative AI. Built on a proprietary AI architecture fusing predictive intelligence, neural visualization and real-time orchestration across devices from mobile, TV to apps, Glance AI is leading disruption in commerce. Glance is backed by Google, Jio Platforms, and Mithril Capital.
Phone Arena
4 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung partners with Glance AI to make your lock screen do more than just show notifications
Samsung Galaxy users in the US are getting a new kind of lock screen experience. Through a partnership between Glance and the Samsung Galaxy Store, users will now be able to try on outfits digitally, explore AI-curated looks, and shop directly from their phones — all from their lock the Google-backed company that previously made headlines for its ad-filled content feeds on Android, has introduced Glance AI, a new shopping and styling platform. This latest version is focused on delivering a more personalized and optional experience, with Samsung users in the US getting exclusive AI uses generative AI to let users see themselves in recommended outfits by analyzing just one photo. The platform creates realistic images showing users in different styles, helping them decide what suits them before they make a purchase. It's designed to work as both an app and a lock screen feature, and users can save or share their styled images as wallpapers or on social media. Powered by Google's Gemini and Imagen models, Glance AI also connects users with products from over 400 brands. Shopping suggestions are updated based on trends, local events, and social media, with features like flash sales and quick purchase options to keep things timely and relevant. Glance AI on a Samsung device's lock screen. | Image credit — Glance This launch reflects a shift in Glance's approach. While earlier versions of its lock screen product drew criticism for being too ad-focused, the new Glance AI is fully opt-in and offers more user control. The experience is designed to blend AI recommendations with everyday mobile use, rather than interrupt it. — Naveen Tewari, Founder and CEO, Glance & InMobi Meanwhile, Samsung views the partnership as part of its broader strategy to deliver more meaningful content through the Galaxy Store. In fact, Glance AI was praised by Jason Shim, Head of Samsung Galaxy Store USA, as a perfect example of the quality content the store wants to deliver. Together, Glance and Samsung aim to create a mobile experience where users can discover trends, get styling ideas, and shop quickly, all without opening an app. The lock screen, once just a place to check notifications, may now become a key part of how people interact with their phones.
