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Windows 11’s Internet Speed Test Is a Bing Shortcut, Not a Native Feature
technology1 month ago

Windows 11’s Internet Speed Test Is a Bing Shortcut, Not a Native Feature

A March 2026 Windows 11 update adds a new “Perform speed test” option on the taskbar, but it merely opens Bing’s internet speed test in your default browser instead of a native tool. The feature, tied to a Bing–Speedtest (Ookla) partnership, can’t be removed or redirected yet. Critics say Microsoft should have delivered a true built‑in network diagnostics tool, like the old Windows 8-era solution, rather than a web shortcut.

via Windows Latest|
#bing#internet-speed-test#microsoft
Windows 11 adds a quick taskbar speed test for Insiders via Bing
technology1 month ago

Windows 11 adds a quick taskbar speed test for Insiders via Bing

Microsoft is testing a Windows 11 feature that adds a taskbar button to launch a network speed test via Bing (backed by Ookla). The tool is available to Windows 11 Insiders in the Release Preview channel and shows download/upload speeds and latency after testing. While convenient, it currently redirects to Bing rather than running entirely in-system, and some users may prefer a fully integrated, in‑OS speed test like Ookla’s Speedtest before a broader release.

via ZDNET|
#bing#insider-preview#speed-test
Windows 11 Introduces Bing-Powered Google Lens-Like Feature
technology5 months ago

Windows 11 Introduces Bing-Powered Google Lens-Like Feature

Windows 11's Snipping Tool now includes a Bing-powered Visual Search feature, offering a Google Lens-like experience for screen captures, but Google Lens on Windows still outperforms it in accuracy and convenience. The update enhances the tool's functionality with features like live annotation, color picking, and better sharing options, making it a powerful utility for users, despite some limitations compared to Google Lens.

via Windows Latest|
#bing#google-lens#snipping-tool
Warning: Avoid Installing This App on Windows PCs
technology1 year ago

Warning: Avoid Installing This App on Windows PCs

Microsoft's Bing Wallpaper app for Windows is under scrutiny for allegedly decrypting Chrome cookies and pushing users towards Bing and Edge, raising privacy concerns. Critics liken its behavior to malware, urging users to avoid the app due to its aggressive data practices. Microsoft denies the claims, stating the app only checks Bing cookies to prevent redundant installations.

via Forbes|
#bing#chrome#malware
Microsoft Offers $1 Million to Switch from Google to Bing
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Offers $1 Million to Switch from Google to Bing

Microsoft is incentivizing users to switch to Bing and Microsoft Edge through a new sweepstakes program under its Microsoft Rewards initiative. Participants can win up to $1,000,000 by performing simple tasks like using Bing for searches and installing Edge. The sweepstakes are available in select countries, including the US, UK, and Germany. Microsoft is also donating up to $500,000 to charities based on participant entries. The program aims to attract users to Microsoft's ecosystem by offering rewards for engaging with its products and services.

via Windows Central|
#bing#microsoft#microsoft-rewards
Microsoft Outage Highlights Google's Search Dominance
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Outage Highlights Google's Search Dominance

A recent Bing outage highlighted the lack of competition in the search engine market, emphasizing Google's dominance. The incident affected services relying on Bing's API, including ChatGPT and DuckDuckGo. With only Google, Bing, and Yandex maintaining large global indexes, alternatives are limited, raising concerns about dependency and the need for more robust options.

via Ars Technica|
#ai#bing#google
Microsoft Outage Disrupts Bing, Copilot, DuckDuckGo, and ChatGPT
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Outage Disrupts Bing, Copilot, DuckDuckGo, and ChatGPT

A major outage affected Microsoft's Bing.com early Thursday, impacting services like DuckDuckGo, ChatGPT, and Ecosia. Users reported error messages and inability to access search results. Microsoft and DuckDuckGo acknowledged the issue and are working on a fix. The outage, first reported around 2am Eastern Time, led to user frustration and widespread service disruptions.

via Daily Mail|
#bing#chatgpt#duckduckgo
Microsoft Outage Disrupts Major Search Engines Worldwide
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Outage Disrupts Major Search Engines Worldwide

A major Microsoft outage has disrupted several services, including Bing, Copilot, ChatGPT internet search, and DuckDuckGo, primarily affecting users in Asia and Europe. Bing.com is inaccessible except through a specific URL, while Copilot services are completely offline. DuckDuckGo and ChatGPT are also impacted due to their reliance on the Bing API. Microsoft has yet to issue a statement, though OpenAI has acknowledged the issue.

via MacRumors|
#bing#chatgpt#copilot