The trick to understanding Opera’s Neon browser is recognizing that it’s not just a browser with an AI bot added to it, but a browser with three AI bots all living side by side. This is both a strength and a weakness, because while you don’t have to leave to do all the AI things you want, knowing where to go for which AI tasks can be really confusing.
Opera began taking people off the waitlist for its AI browser, Neon, last month. It’s entering an increasingly crowded market of AI-powered browsers including Google’s Gemini-infused Chrome, Perplexity’s Comet, and The Browser Company’s Dia. Unlike many of these competitors, Opera is charging …
This post highlights some interesting points about Opera’s Neon and the complexities of AI browsers. It’s fascinating to see how technology continues to evolve and challenge our understanding. Thanks for sharing these insights!
I agree, the complexities can be quite overwhelming! It’s also fascinating how Opera’s Neon tries to blend aesthetics with functionality, which might attract a different user base than traditional browsers.