Dive Brief: Walmart announced Thursday it's launching [email protected], a new workplace app that allows associates to schedule shifts, clock in, troubleshoot daily tasks and, eventually, replenish products more efficiently. As part of the rollout, Walmart plans to offer new Samsung Galaxy smartphones, along with a case and protection plan, to more than 740,000 of its almost 1.6 million U.S. workers by the end of the year, free of charge. Associates can only use the new app's tools while working but will be able to use the device for personal use. In a blog post, Drew Holler, Walmart's senior vice president of people operations and Kellie Romack, vice president of product and associate experience, said the move reflects retail's rapid evolution and the need to retain and satisfy associates.