Samsung India and Paytm partner to integrate ticket bookings into Samsung Wallet
Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has partnered with One 97 Communications Limited, owner of the leading financial services and payment brand Paytm, to launch a new ticket booking feature in the Samsung Wallet. This collaboration is set to revolutionize how consumers access services like flight and bus bookings, as well as movie and event tickets, directly through their Galaxy smartphones.
Enhancing Consumer Convenience with Integrated Booking
With the integration of Paytm’s services into Samsung Wallet, Galaxy smartphone users can now enjoy a seamless booking experience without the need to navigate between multiple apps. The service allows users to add tickets directly to their Samsung Wallet using the ‘Add to Samsung Wallet’ functionality, enabling easy access at airports, bus terminals, cinema halls, and event venues.
Samsung India and Paytm to integrate ticket bookings into Samsung Wallet
Service Details and Functionality
The partnership ensures that Galaxy users have efficient access to Paytm’s comprehensive suite of services. Tickets for flights, buses, movies, and events booked via the Paytm app, and Paytm Insider app for events, can now be conveniently managed and accessed through Samsung Wallet. This integration catifies into Samsung’s strategy of enhancing user convenience and enriching the digital lifestyle of its customers.
Madhur Chaturvedi, Senior Director, MX Business at Samsung India, expressed enthusiasm about the new feature. “Samsung Wallet is a popular mobile tap & pay solution in India, constantly evolving since its launch in 2017. We are delighted to launch new features on Samsung Wallet in collaboration with Paytm, making it easier than ever for consumers to manage their bookings and payments through a single unified platform,” said Chaturvedi.
Comments from Paytm
A spokesperson from Paytm shared their vision for the partnership, noting the mutual benefits of combining technological innovations with wide-ranging service offerings. “As pioneers of mobile payments, we are excited to partner with the consumer electronics giant Samsung India, as part of our constant endeavor to provide convenience and ensure superior user experience to Indians,” said the Paytm spokesperson.
How to Access the New Features
Samsung Wallet users can access these new services by updating their app through the Galaxy Store, available in both auto and manual update modes.
This strategic partnership between Samsung India and Paytm represents a significant step forward in the digital integration of consumer services, offering a practical solution that simplifies the booking and payment processes for millions of users. By housing these services within a single, secure platform, Samsung and Paytm are setting new standards in the mobile digital wallet space.