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Shazam Evolves: Spotting Quinoa, Freekeh, and More Beyond Music

Shazam Evolves: Spotting Quinoa, Freekeh, and More Beyond Music

Shazam is set to expand far beyond music recognition. The revamped app will let you scan grains like quinoa or freekeh for instant product details.

Picture this: scan a DVD cover and dive straight into its soundtrack. Shazam's signature blue button is transforming into a versatile all-purpose scanner.

Prior to these innovations, the app secured $40 million in funding in 2013, followed by an additional $30 million in January, fueling its refresh.