Perplexity Launches Comet: A New AI Browser

Perplexity has introduced Comet, an innovative AI browser designed to transform how users interact with the internet. Built from the ground up with artificial intelligence at its core, Comet aims to shift the browsing experience from simple navigation to intelligent cognition.

AI Browser Experience

Comet is not just another browser—it’s an AI browser that integrates Perplexity’s search engine and an advanced AI assistant directly into the browsing interface. The assistant, accessible via a sidebar, can:

• Summarize content on any webpage

• Answer questions about videos, documents, or articles

• Perform tasks like booking meetings or making purchases

Read the official announcement on the [Perplexity blog].

Seamless Integration and Compatibility

Comet is built on Chromium, ensuring compatibility with Chrome extensions and allowing users to migrate bookmarks and settings with a single click. This makes switching to Comet easy for existing Chrome users.

Learn more and join the waitlist at the [Comet Browser page].

Privacy and Security

Privacy is a core focus for Comet. The browser offers multiple tracking modes, including a strict local mode for sensitive tasks. Data is stored locally when possible, and a native ad blocker is included for a cleaner, safer experience.

AI Browser Assistant

The AI browser assistant in Comet can:

• Analyze and summarize emails, calendar events, and web content

• Manage tabs and automate routine tasks

• Conduct entire browsing sessions for users

Explore Comet’s features on the [official Comet site].

Availability and Pricing

Currently, Comet is available exclusively to subscribers of the Perplexity Max tier, priced at $200 per month. A broader rollout to users on the waitlist is planned for the coming months. The browser is available for Windows and macOS, with support for more platforms expected soon.

Strategic Impact of the AI Browser

The launch of Comet positions Perplexity as a direct challenger to dominant browsers like Google Chrome. With rapid user growth and ambitious plans, Perplexity aims to redefine how people browse and interact with the web using AI-native experiences.

References:
: https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/introducing-comet
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: https://comet.perplexity.ai