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2026
Microsoft responds to controversy over Bing search promotion tool
Microsoft responded to controversy over its new Microsoft Recommended Search Settings app, which can change the default search engine and homepage across browsers to Bing. Microsoft said the tool is optional, is not distributed through Windows or Edge, and will not change any default settings without user consent.
2022
Bing launches Autos Marketplace
Microsoft launched Bing Autos Marketplace, a service for searching new and used cars and listing a used car for sale.
2021
Bing adds shopping features
Bing added shopping features that let users compare prices across stores, view product popularity and deals, check price history, and use a simplified checkout process.
2021
Microsoft releases redesigned Bing app update for Android
Microsoft released a major update to the Bing search app on Google Play, redesigning the app and introducing a new homepage and other improvements.
2020
Microsoft announces Bing name change to Microsoft Bing
Microsoft announced a rebranding effort to change its Bing search engine name to Microsoft Bing; the article describes the rebrand as planned for Monday.
2020
Microsoft announces Bing rebrand as Microsoft Bing
Microsoft announced that it was shifting its search engine branding from Bing to Microsoft Bing.
2020
Bing introduces an interactive COVID-19 tracking map
Bing introduced an interactive map displaying COVID-19 cases by country and, for the United States, by state, with links to relevant news stories and videos.
2020
Microsoft warns of quarterly revenue shortfall amid pandemic disruption
Microsoft warned that the COVID-19 pandemic would cause Windows, Surface and related business revenue to fall short of its prior expectations for the fiscal third quarter. It said slower-than-expected supply-chain recovery and greater-than-expected negative effects on Windows OEM and Surface were contributing factors.
2020
Bing renews its presence at CBeebies Land
Acamar Films announced the renewal of Bing’s presence at CBeebies Land at Alton Towers Resort. The source says Bing had been at the park since 2017 but does not specify the renewal’s term or effective date.
2020
Acamar Films partners with Gulliver’s for Bing experiences
Acamar Films and Gulliver’s Theme Parks and Resorts announced a partnership to bring Bing and Flop live shows, appearances and themed activities to Gulliver’s Land in Milton Keynes. The activities were scheduled to begin on April 4, 2020.
2019
Bing launches Hotel Ads solution
Bing launched an overall Hotel Ads solution that lets hotels display room information and real-time prices on Bing search pages and Bing Maps.