Microsoft Bing's AI chatbot comes to the SwiftKey keyboard

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The latest Microsoft property to get its Bing AI capabilities is its popular mobile keyboard app, SwiftKey. When you click the Bing button on the top left side, you get three options: Search, Tone, and Chat. You can look things up while conversing with someone using Search. Chat will suggest responses that are in keeping with the messages you're responding to. And Tone will help keep things formal if you're replying to a work email. You can also access up to five chosen languages in the same release.

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Razer launches Stream Controller X streaming deck

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Razer has a new streaming deck that would look familiar to streamers and content creators who already use one. The new Stream Controller X looks similar to Elgato's Stream Deck MK.2 with 15 LCD switchblade key buttons and a swappable face plate. Razer's option has slightly smaller bevel spacing than the Elgato model. 

The Stream Controller X can let you program multiple actions into one button by dragging them into the custom action editor. You can program the actions to trigger consecutively or simultaneously. You can also create custom profiles for different tasks with the Stream Controller X switching them depending on the open program. This device is compatible with the most popular streaming software and relevant tools, including Twitch, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. Loupedeck still powers the Stream Controller X, and it retails for USD 150 (around CAD 202) at launch. 

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Ubisoft launches its Ubisoft+ game subscription service on Xbox

A year after it's been announced, the Ubisoft+ subscription service has finally launched for the Xbox. It gives you instant access to a significant portion of its library, including titles like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry 6, Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Valhalla. Subscribers will also get day-one access to new releases moving forward. 

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IKEA offers virtual interior design services in the US

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If you aren't quite sure how to decorate a space with the IKEA furniture you've been eyeing, the company has started offering a new interior design service. Unfortunately, it's currently only available in the US. The offering costs as low as USD 99/around CAD 133 per room (or USD 299/~CAD 403 for a business setting). This will allow IKEA designers to take the reigns over designing a room.

The consultations will be done digitally over three video calls and come after booking an appointment and taking an online survey "wish list" to help the designers fulfill your needs. They will then build you a mood board, map out your space in 3D, and work with you on furnishing, lighting choices, and materials. They will select everything you need, so you just pay for it. You can assemble the furniture yourself or collaborate with IKEA's TaskRabbit service to take the plans and build them out for you.

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