Microsoft has revealed its latest Bing Maps beta, integrating both Streetside and Photosynth imagery.
Bing Maps Gets a Facelift
The revamped Bing Maps now incorporates innovative applications like Twitter Maps, offering real-time updates by region. Another addition is Local Lens, which delivers hyperlocal content at the neighborhood level. According to a Bing spokesperson speaking with Murdok, these applications significantly enhance the Bing Maps experience.
For users who are intrigued by these additions, there’s even more in store. With the potential for more applications in the future, it’s evident that Microsoft plans to further enrich its mapping service. For a closer look, check out this clip about the new Bing Maps.
Bing’s Expanding Toolkit
Mapping isn’t Bing’s sole focus. They have been rolling out various features across different platforms:
Bing Windows Mobile App
An updated Bing mobile application for Windows offers a better auto-locate function and voice search. This app is now available for download here.
Revamped Bing Toolbar
The newly designed Bing toolbar notifies users about qualifying purchases for Bing cashback savings. This is a fantastic tool for savvy shoppers and is available for download here.
Bing’s Visual Search Experience
With a focus on social media, Bing’s Visual Search will soon integrate both Facebook and Twitter. This allows users to easily access friends’ status updates, categorize them by upcoming birthdays, and much more. Await this feature here.
Stay Updated with Bing
To keep its users in the loop, Microsoft has set up a dedicated site. This platform provides more details on all new Bing offerings. Users can visit the official site to stay updated on Bing’s latest endeavors.
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