It has been two weeks since Microsoft launched its AI-based Bing chatbot, and the company is now making the functionality available on mobile and Skype platforms. This is great news for those who are always on-the-go and need access to AI-powered assistance wherever they are.
Microsoft is adding the feature to the Bing iOS and Android app, which means users invited to the preview can tap the Bing button in the app to initiate a conversation with the chatbot. What’s more, users can either tap their query or simply use the microphone button to speak it out loud.
The AI-powered Bing functionality can also be accessed through the homepage of the Microsoft Edge app, which is available on both iOS and Android platforms. This means users can easily access the feature from the Edge app, even if they do not have the Bing app installed on their device.
Moreover, Skype users on all platforms can now access Bing’s new-found intelligence. Users can converse with Bing one-on-one or add it to their group chats, allowing anyone to tag the chatbot and ask a question. Additionally, users can choose to receive responses in bullet points, text, or a simplified response in over 100 languages.
For those who are not familiar, AI-powered Bing is Microsoft’s answer to intelligent chatbots, such as the popular ChatGPT. The chatbot can provide intelligent and detailed responses to queries, ranging from simple questions like the distance to the moon, to complex questions like creating a travel itinerary for a trip to Japan.
It is important to note that the feature is currently only available through invites and was previously only accessible through the Microsoft Edge desktop browser. Nonetheless, the addition of AI-powered Bing to mobile and Skype platforms is a significant step for Microsoft, as it allows users to access the functionality wherever they are and whenever they need it.