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Google Now will alert you when nearby shops have products you’ve been searching for

If you find yourself constantly searching the web for new toys, you’re really gonna dig Google Now’s newest trick. As a follow up to a recent update that helps you locate stores while cruising the mall, this new software push takes things to another level. Starting today, Google Now will display a product information card whenever you’re near a shop that carries an item that you’ve been searching for online.

The Google Now card will display a picture of the product, its price, name and where you can find it. The only thing you’ll need to do is visit or call the suggested retailer to see if it has your particular product in stock. Your device should automatically receive the update, however if it’s somehow missing in action, head on over to Google Play to make sure you have the latest version of the Google Search app.

(via Google)

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