Perplexity AI, known for its AI-powered search engine, is now developing a revolutionary browser. The goal of Comet is to automate search and web tasks using artificial intelligence, making internet browsing significantly faster and more efficient.
What does this mean in practice? Instead of manually searching, clicking, and gathering information, Comet independently performs certain tasks for you.
How is Comet different from traditional browsers?
The key difference is that Comet is not just a search tool but an active AI assistant that autonomously supports the user.
Perplexity AI has already been a pioneer in AI-powered search, and Comet could be the first browser to offer a truly AI-centered experience.
1. “Agentic search” – AI searches and works for you
One of Comet’s biggest innovations is agentic search, which not only provides a list of results but also summarizes and organizes information. For example:
- When planning a trip, you won’t have to search separately for flights, accommodations, and activities—Comet compiles everything for you in one place.
- For professional research, it gathers and summarizes relevant articles so you don’t have to read through dozens of pages.
2. AI-powered research and analysis with one click
Perplexity AI has already developed deep search technologies, which will be integrated into Comet. This enables:
- Structured and summarized responses on a topic instead of a random list of search results.
- Time-saving information gathering, as the AI does the analysis for you.
3. Automated browsing functions
Comet aims to reduce manual clicks and searches. According to the developers, the browser will:
- Intelligently filter and prioritize content.
- Assist with online bookings, form filling, and administrative tasks.
- Enhance online work efficiency by quickly summarizing news and research.
Comet will compete with major browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge, making this an exciting time. It remains to be seen whether Google’s dominance will finally be challenged and what will happen to Google Ads.
When is Comet launching?
The browser is still in development, and a waitlist is available for those who want to be among the first to try it. The exact release date and supported operating systems have not yet been announced.
If you’re interested, it’s worth signing up for the waitlist!
