If you’re looking for a fresh twist on mobile browsing, Comet, the new browser from Perplexity AI, is now inching closer to your Android device. After earlier availability on desktop, the invitation‑only rollout for Android users has begun — meaning this could be your chance to test‑drive a new kind of browser.
What is Comet?
At its core, Comet isn’t just a typical browser. According to Perplexity AI’s website, it’s positioned as “a browser that works for you.”
Source: Perplexity AI
Perplexity AI The idea is that you don’t just navigate web pages, the browser assists. It features agent‑style AI capabilities: summarising content, organising tabs, automating workflows (“build a basic website for me”, “draft a reply that shares my upcoming schedule”) and more.
In short: it blends browsing + an AI assistant. The promise is quicker access to information and less manual effort.
The Android rollout
Perplexity’s move to Android is notable. The company has begun sending invites for early access to Android users. Users who have used Perplexity’s search engine and paid users (Pro/Max tiers) are being prioritised.
If you’re interested, you can go to the Google Play Store or the Comet site to register. Early access is invitation‑only for now.
Why it matters
The mobile browser space is dominated by big names like Google Chrome. Data show Chrome holds over 60 % of the mobile browser market. That means it’s hard for newcomers to break in. But Perplexity is aiming to disrupt that by offering something beyond the standard: a browser that helps you do things with less friction.
In other words, the value proposition: not just view the web, but interact more efficiently with it.
What you get (and potential issues)
- AI‑assisted browsing: The features on the Comet website mention helping with tasks like email replies, organising tabs, making shopping comparisons, planning vacations.
- A unified experience: Rather than bouncing between apps and browser tabs, the AI component may reduce those jumps.
- Early access novelty: If you’re an Android user who enjoys testing new tools, getting in early might be appealing.
What to watch out for:
- While the AI functionality is promising, there are security concerns. Researchers raised worries that agentic browsers (ones that act rather than just display) could be vulnerable to “prompt injection” attacks — where the AI is tricked into performing unintended actions.
- Being invitation‑only means you might have to wait, and the experience might still be in early stage (bugs, missing features).
- If you heavily rely on extensions, synchronisation with other browsers, or have specific workflows, the new tool might not yet match all those features.
Should you try it?
If you enjoy discovering new technology, are comfortable with a bit of trial and feedback, and have an Android device, getting an invite for Comet could be worth it. On the other hand, if you rely on a tried‑and‑true browser, prioritise stability, or are using the browser for highly sensitive tasks, it may make sense to watch from the sidelines until it matures a bit.
The bigger picture
Comet’s arrival marks a strategic step for Perplexity AI. The company already has an AI‑powered search assistant and now aims to bring that intelligence into everyday web browsing. By doing so, it hopes to carve out a space in a field long dominated by big tech browsers.
Source: Perplexity AI
As AI tools become more embedded in our devices, Comet offers a glimpse of how browsing could evolve: less passive consumption of content, more active assistance and workflow support.
