One of the tecnologic tools which is in a recent boom, is the visual search technology accompanied by artificial intelligence on mobile devices. This technology consists of the user uploading or taking a photograph and based on this image, artificial intelligence Look for similar products for sale.
That is, if a user is looking for a black sweater, simply upload a photo of a black sweater and they will be shown the garments that are similar.
While this is not a new technology, if it is in the use of the trade, and especially in the trade through mobile phones. Not just for clothes, these searches can find household products, books, movies, CDs, and any other kind of product that can be found in a store. It is quite useful for people who are looking for a specific product, or even to buy in stores that use a language that we do not know.
Amazon included the visual search in your iOS app in 2014, allowing users to link their camera with the application to search for products, also adding the option to compare the prices of the same product in different stores. Users who used the application comment that it is especially useful for recognizing books, movies, and compact discs.
Target also included the visual search in your iOS app, even allowing users to scan a barcode to search for the product in the online store, or nearby local stores.
If you own an online store and have an application to facilitate your sales, Consider including an image search to help your customers find the perfect product, with all the features they have been looking for, in an easy and simple way.