Perplexity has taken its Comet AI‑powered browser off the Mac and onto the iPhone, launching in March after a brief pre‑release on the App Store. Unlike traditional browsers that rely on tabs and endless search results, Comet places an AI layer directly on each page, letting users ask questions, pull summaries, or extract specific facts without leaving the site.

Comet builds on the same answer engine that powers Perplexity’s web search, surfacing relevant excerpts as you scroll. On a small screen, where juggling multiple tabs is cumbersome, the browser’s focus on information handling promises faster comprehension of dense articles. Because iOS forces all browsers to use WebKit, Comet cannot alter rendering speed, so its value hinges on the AI‑driven summarization.

Early adopters report that the AI assistant cuts the time needed to sift through research reports, but reliance on machine interpretation raises concerns about bias and missed context. Comet does not aim to replace Safari; instead it reframes browsing as a dialogue with content. For power users who prioritize insight over raw page loading, the app delivers a tangible productivity boost.