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If you shop a lot, you’re probably used to juggling several rewards cards, payment apps, and dedicated point-management programs. Well, you might not need to do all of that pretty soon. Samsung is adding a new feature to the Samsung Wallet app that could make your life a lot easier.
Samsung today announced “Samsung Wallet Perks” in partnership with Rakuten. The feature lets users earn cash-back rewards from thousands of US brands, with the cash back added directly to the Samsung Cash Card in the Wallet app. Some of the brands offering cash back rewards to Samsung users include LEGO, Sephora, Expedia, PetSmart, Gap, and Lands’ End.
You can use the cash back on your Samsung Cash Card to pay when shopping or dining out. Plus, you can use the funds in your Samsung Cash Card to send money to other users, either by tapping their Galaxy device or an NFC-enabled debit card. While the tap-to-transfer feature isn’t entirely new, you can now use your earned cash back as transferable funds for friends.
Samsung Wallet Perks will also actively surface new deals personalized to your shopping habits. There’s a new “Nearby” feature as well, which highlights stores and restaurants in your area where you can earn cash back.
The feature is already rolling out in the US to “eligible users.” If you have a Samsung device running Android 9.0 or higher, you should be eligible for the new Wallet experience. Once it reaches you, you can earn cash back on online and in-store shopping, and even when dining out.
