Microsoft integrates Bing’s AI chatbot into SwiftKey apps for iOS and Android users

Microsoft has recently announced the integration of its Bing AI chatbot into its popular keyboard app SwiftKey. This integration enhances the AI capabilities of SwiftKey, which already includes some AI features, such as learning from users’ writing styles to make suggestions. The Bing button is located on the top left side of the keyboard and provides three options: Search, Tone, and Chat.

Users can leverage the Search function to find answers to their questions without leaving the app they are using. For example, if someone wants to know which dessert pairs best with lasagna, they can type in the search bar while conversing. Chat mode suggests responses that match the tone and context of the messages or emails being responded to. Meanwhile, Tone mode can help keep things formal when responding to work emails.

SwiftKey’s other features include correcting spelling mistakes, task saving, and a personalized toolbar. Users can also set SwiftKey as their default keyboard across apps, including social media and email. If an app allows a third-party keyboard, users can use SwiftKey on it.

SwiftKey can also access up to five chosen languages, and in the same release, Microsoft announced updates to its translation services in the Bing App. Users translating words and phrases from English to French, Spanish or Italian will now see the masculine and feminine versions, versus the chatbot making assumptions.

The integration of Bing into SwiftKey follows other Microsoft programs like Skype and Microsoft Start. With Skype, users can message directly with Bing in a group chat or one-on-one. Meanwhile, Microsoft Start provides access to Bing across the app.

Overall, this integration further enhances SwiftKey’s capabilities, making it an even more useful tool for users who want to be more productive while communicating on their mobile devices.