Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search

Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search

See the Microsoft Bing homepage image and more on the new tab.

What is Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search?
"Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search" is a Chrome extension that transforms your new tab page into a portal for beautiful Bing images and seamless web searching. It brings the aesthetic of Bing's daily photos to your browser and integrates Bing search directly into the new tab. This allows for an inspiring and productive start to your web browsing sessions, making information from across the web easily accessible. Whether you're catching up on the latest news or starting a new search, this extension enriches your experience with Microsoft Bing's features.
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Stats
This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2024-05-01
Users: 100,000+
Rating: 3.94 (125)
Version: 2.6 (Last updated: 2022-08-25)
Creation date: 2022-08-25
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Overrides new tab: Yes
Overrides search engine: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
  • alarms
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • http://www.bing.com/
  • https://www.bing.com/
Size: 1.45M
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Summary
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Enrich your new tab experience with beautiful Microsoft Bing homepage image. Stay up-to-date with the latest news or start a Microsoft Bing web search right from your new tab. By setting Microsoft Bing as your default search engine, you can now easily access any information across the web. Add to Chrome now!

When you open a new tab, you can:

  • See today's Microsoft Bing homepage image
  • Start a Microsoft Bing web search
User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Users appreciate the convenience of the extension for those accustomed to it
  • Some users like the Bing Rebates Program and associated benefits
  • The daily pages with little lessons & quizzes are enjoyed by some users
Cons
  • Automatic setting of Bing as the default search engine without permission annoys users
  • Extension has led to performance issues, such as slowing down Chrome
  • Persistent and unwanted pop-up requests to install or review the extension despite already being installed
  • Some users consider the extension unnecessary and not providing additional value
Most mentioned
  • Recurring prompts and pop-ups even after installation
  • Bing becoming the default search engine without user consent
  • Affects browser performance negatively for some users
  • Appreciation for the Bing services like daily images and quizzes
Recent reviews
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by A Google user, 2018-09-23

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by A Google user, 2019-12-20

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by A Google user, 2018-09-23
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Safety
Risk impact

Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Microsoft Bing New Tab with Search has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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