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Perplexity's AI-powered browser opens up to select Windows users
- Perplexity plans to open up its Comet browser, powered by 'agentic search,' to Windows users.
- The CEO, Aravind Srinivas, announced that the Windows build of Comet is ready and invites have been sent to early testers.
- There are hints of a potential release for Android devices, suggesting the company is ahead of schedule.
- In May, Perplexity launched a beta version of Comet exclusively for Mac users with Apple Silicon.
- Comet features AI functionalities such as answering questions, checking discounts in shopping carts, and organizing emails.
- The browser even offers a 'Try on' feature allowing users to virtually try on selected clothing.
- While no official release date is set, there have been hints of an upcoming debut.
- Comet is currently accepting a waitlist for interested users, although it has faced criticism for data privacy concerns.
- The CEO previously mentioned leveraging Comet to gather data outside the app for better user understanding.
- Srinivas clarified that users would have the option to opt out of personalized targeting for ads.
- When launched, Comet will compete with browsers like Opera Neon and offerings from Google and OpenAI.
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