Microsoft is testing an inline image upload feature within the Bing search bar, activated by a plus sign. The interface offers "search with an image" and "make an image" options. The "search with an image" option performs image-based search. The "make an image" option invokes generative AI to create images. Google tested a similar + sign for file upload that led to search-related features. The test was spotted by Shameem Adhikarath who shared a screenshot on X. The inclusion of generative image creation in the search bar raises usability and scope questions.
"Microsoft is testing the ability to upload an image directly within the Bing search bar. You click on a plus sign and Bing shows you "search with an image" and "make an image." I get the search with an image feature but why add generative AI features, like make an image, in this search bar? We saw Google testing the + sign to upload a file or image but those took you to search related features."
"This new test was spotted by Shameem Adhikarath who shared the following screenshot on X: Again, I understand the "search with an image" option but the "make an image" option is a bit too much. Forum discussion at X."
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