eBay Launches AI Tool to Auto-Generate Product Listings From Photos

eBay launched a new AI-powered tool that generates product descriptions from a single photo. The tool suggests titles, details, pricing, etc.
The tool is currently only available in the eBay iOS app, but will expand to more users soon. Early tests showed positive results.
The tool helps new sellers overcome the barriers to creating listings by automating parts of the process.
The tool generated a sensible 2-paragraph description for a HydroFlask water bottle when tested. It included details on materials, uses, and design.
eBay also added a new background removal tool that creates clean white backdrops for product photos with one click.

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Posted 9/8/2023, 8:33:28 PM