New Delhi, Feb. 21 -- PhonePe on Saturday launched an AI-powered natural language search feature built using Microsoft Foundry, allowing users to navigate, pay and track transactions on the app through simple voice or text commands.

"This feature enables PhonePe users to initiate and complete in-app tasks via natural language text or voice commands, enhancing convenience and bringing personalisation to the platform's overall experience," PhonePe said in a statement.

The feature replaces traditional menu-based navigation with intent-based routing, enabling users to complete in-app tasks conversationally.

For instance, commands such as "Pay Hemanth 20 rupees" automatically open the payment interface with the intended recipient pre-select...