Perplexity AI, the Jeff Bezos-backed startup, is making waves in the tech world.
Known for its AI search engine and rapid innovation, the company keeps adding new tools and features almost every month.
Recently, it upgraded Comet Assistant, the AI agent at the heart of its AI browser, Comet.
Unlike traditional browsers like Chrome or Firefox, Comet lets you interact with web pages using AI.
You can ask questions directly about the content you’re viewing, making browsing smarter and faster.
Key Features of the New Comet Assistant
Perplexity says the upgraded Comet Assistant performs 23% better than before, helping users complete complex tasks more efficiently.
Here are the highlights:
Work Across Multiple Tabs: The AI can switch between tabs to fill spreadsheets or handle data entry tasks.
Ask for Permissions: It now asks users whether they want a task executed directly in the browser and follows that choice consistently.
Handle Complex Websites: The AI can better understand and interact with complicated web layouts.
Sample prompts for users:
“Find jobs on LinkedIn for creative software companies hiring product managers.”
“Search major sites for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New York next Monday.”
“Create a Google Sheet showing my child’s school attendance week by week.”
AI Patent Search Made Easy
Perplexity also introduced a new AI patent search tool. Searching for research patents has always been tricky, but now you can simply type questions in natural language, like:
“Key quantum computing patents since 2024”
“Are there any patents on AI language learning?”
The AI generates results along with summaries.
Beta users can try it for free, while Pro and Max users get extra features.
Partnerships and New Integrations
Perplexity is expanding fast. Here are some major updates:
Snapchat Integration: From early 2026, Snapchat users can access Perplexity AI for real-time answers and explore topics within the app.
Tracking Politicians’ Stock Holdings: The Finance dashboard now lets users see American politicians’ investments in companies.
Soon, Indian users will be able to track Indian politicians’ stock holdings too.
Perplexity continues to grow as a powerhouse in AI search and productivity tools, blending generative AI with real-world applications.
Whether it’s finding flights, researching patents, or tracking investments, the platform is making complex tasks much easier for users worldwide.
