The Microsoft Bing app on Xbox is now available to download. It will allow Xbox console gamers to search the web and discover trending content, among other things. The Microsoft Bing app for Xbox will provide gamers with the capability to search across their activities in and around the Xbox ecosystem.
Download the Microsoft Bing app for Xbox
There are different scenarios where the Bing Search features will come in handy while playing games on the Xbox console. For instance, while browsing photos and videos with friends. Let’s say you quickly want to cast those items on a big screen. Now, you can look up hints and troubleshooting tips without having to leave the console.
Similarly, players stuck in a game can make use of the Bing search features to look up hints without leaving the console.
“We’ve integrated the app with Microsoft Rewards, meaning all the searches you perform on this app earn you points you can redeem for things like gift cards for yourself or donations to causes you care about,” Microsoft said.
The app will also help Xbox players discover current, recommended, and trending games, videos, and news.
Interestingly, Microsoft has combined the Bing data with information from Xbox. For example, players can easily look into in-game progress and friends on Xbox who may be playing a particular game. This way, Microsoft aims to bring a full-fledged, relevant search results experiences across devices.
Players can easily discover Microsoft Bing images of the day and image search results to use them as console background images.
Features of Microsoft Bing for Xbox
- Search the web with your voice, Xbox controller, and remote
- Discover trending games, videos, and original content
- Get recommendations based on your activity
- Play Rewards quizzes, daily polls, and more offers for Xbox
- Search and earn Rewards points
Getting started with Microsoft Bing for Xbox
Getting started with Microsoft Bing for Xbox is fairly simple. All you need to do is download the app from Microsoft Store. In addition to Xbox One, the app will be compatible with Xbox Series X and Series S consoles.