Microsoft expands Bing with new entertainment features
updated 11:25 pm EDT, Tue June 22, 2010
Users can find lyrics, photos, other content
Microsoft has announced that its Bing portal has been updated with several new features focused on entertainment content. For music-related searches, users can quickly access lyrics, band photos, videos, and tour dates for favorite artists. The search results will also provide download links from Zune, iTunes and Amazon.com MP3.
Bing also offers a new layout for gaming searches, with detailed information said to be provided for over 35,000 titles. Organized content includes reviews, cheats, and walkthroughs for many games. Users can also play nearly 100 free casual games, such as Bejeweled, without leaving the search engine.
TV content includes full-length episodes, HD video, and guide information to help catch shows on actual TVs. The portal also provides movie information such as theaters and showtimes, parking places, traffic updates, and reviews.
Most of the enhanced content is now available at Bing.com, except for the TV listings which will be added in the next few weeks.
