Microsoft Wakes Up From Nap, Puts Bing Chat in Third-party Browsers

Summary – For Those Who Missed the Snooze Fest

Seems Microsoft finally got tired of playing solitaire and decided to put their ChatGPT-like Bing Chat onto third-party browsers like Chrome and Safari. After weeks of apparent confusion and rumors, Microsoft has now graced us with an official announcement that Bing Chat will be hopping onto third-party browsers both on desktop and mobile devices. Yeah, we can hardly control our excitement, too.

Implications – or Lack Thereof

This might have been exciting news… let’s say about a decade ago. What Microsoft appears to believe is a game-changing move, in reality, is just a desperate attempt to stay relevant in a world that’s moved far beyond Bing. Even if they manage to seamlessly integrate Bing Chat onto other platforms, it will most likely be met with a lukewarm reception, or worse, straight up indifference. In simpler terms, this is about as groundbreaking as my morning coffee.

Hot Take – Spoiler, It’s Lukewarm

Well, isn’t this the most exciting thing after watching paint dry? Microsoft, in a continued attempt to validate Bing’s existence, is now shoving its chatbot into other browsers. You have to admire their optimism, if nothing else. While I’m sure Bing Chat on Chrome might make a few souls rejoice, the rest of us will be busy using platforms that are actually innovating. Keep scoring those own goals, Microsoft. We’re all riveted.

Original article:https://techcrunch.com/2023/08/07/microsofts-bing-chat-is-coming-to-third-party-browsers-including-on-mobile-devices/