Samsung browser eyes checkout: automatic coupon hunting incoming

Imagine breezing through an online checkout, discounts magically applied without a frantic search for promo codes. Samsung is quietly building just that—a “Smart Shopping” feature within its Internet browser poised to streamline the e-commerce experience. The discovery, gleaned from a deep dive into the browser's code, suggests a significant shift in how we navigate online retail.

Automated savings: how it works

Android Authority’s analysis of Samsung Internet version 30.0.0.39, unearthed within a leaked One UI 9 build, reveals a sophisticated system designed to scan web pages, shopping carts, user location, and even the time of day. The goal? To identify and automatically apply valid coupons during the payment process. Forget manually copying codes or hopping between coupon sites—the browser will do the heavy lifting.

The system, as currently configured, will flag applicable codes and their expiration dates, allowing users to apply them with a single tap. It gathers data like the website’s domain, cart contents, IP address, and time zone to ensure the suggested discounts are relevant and practical. Users could simply click