Bixby is a virtual smart assistant on Samsung devices, and recently it was announced the company will be launching Bixby Marketplace. The company has been looking to add third-party integration to the platform, this was done in an attempt to make its platform unique. Third-party integration was announced this previous November when Samsung announced Bixby Developer Studio. Since then the developers have been working on the platform.
Bixby Marketplace is now available to users in the U.S as well as Spain. Users now have access to apps like Google Maps, Spotify, iHeartRadio, NPR and Yelp. More apps are set to come to the platform as more businesses make services available. Bixby will have a broad reach, as it will be available across Samsung devices, and may be released on Samsung TVs.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Smart Assistant App Stores
- Smart assistant app stores are becoming increasingly popular especially through third-party integration on Samsung devices.
- Third-party Integration
- More companies are incorporating third-party integration on their devices to provide unique user experiences.
- Virtual Smart Assistants
- Virtual smart assistants are gaining popularity in homes and businesses alike.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Smartphone Manufacturing
- Smartphone manufacturers can integrate third-party apps into their devices to provide a unique experience for their users.
- Music Streaming Services
- Music streaming services can integrate with virtual assistants to make listening to music easier for consumers.
- Restaurant Industry
- Restaurants can integrate with virtual assistants to provide convenient experiences for customers who use Bixby Marketplace.
