Instead of just slapping a new interface on its search engine, Microsoft's search apps are full portals for weather, news, maps, and all the rest. The iPad version shines with zippy transitions, an omnipresent nav bar, and vivid multimedia.
WIRED Lasso tool lets you circle text on the iPad for auto-search.
TIRED Weather and news aren't as feature-rich as on dedicated apps. On phones, design looks too sparse.