Perplexity has announced that its AI‑powered Comet browser is now free for all users, ending the previous $200 a month subscription barrier. Built on Chromium, Comet embeds Perplexity’s conversational AI directly into the browsing experience, offering a side‑panel assistant that can summarize text, generate shopping lists, and interact with personal data such as email and calendar with permission. While core features are free, advanced tools remain behind Comet Plus and Max subscription tiers. The move aims to capture more browsing time and compete with AI integrations from Google, Microsoft, and emerging rivals. Read more →

Opera announced the launch of Neon, an AI‑centric browser designed to let users create and run AI‑driven workflows through features called Cards and Tasks. The service will initially be offered to a limited group of users for a monthly fee. Neon combines a traditional chatbot with more advanced capabilities, such as summarizing content, generating code snippets, and automating tasks across tabs and external apps. The launch positions Opera against other AI‑enhanced browsers from companies like Perplexity and The Browser Company, while targeting power users who rely heavily on AI in daily workflows. Read more →

Opera has introduced Neon, a subscription‑based AI browser priced at $19.90 per month, targeting users who rely heavily on artificial intelligence. The service combines traditional web browsing with agentic AI capabilities that can execute tasks, generate code, and deliver outcomes directly within the browser. Key features include Tasks for AI‑driven workspaces, Cards for reusable prompts, and Neon Do for automated web navigation. Opera hopes the premium offering will attract users away from free alternatives, and the browser is currently available to a limited group with a waitlist for additional spots. Read more →

Google announced that it will reveal additional information about its Gemini for Home platform on October 1, including new Nest hardware. The teaser suggests a fresh Nest camera and possibly a speaker, while confirming that Gemini will replace Google Assistant with natural‑language capabilities and both free and subscription tiers. Nest Aware subscribers who pay $10 per month are slated to receive early access to Gemini within Google Home. Read more →

DuckDuckGo is reshaping its Privacy Pro subscription—now simply called the DuckDuckGo subscription—to grant members access to the newest AI chatbots from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta. The price stays at $10 per month or $100 annually, and the offering still includes the company’s VPN, personal information removal and identity protection services. Conversations remain anonymized and are not used for training future models. A free base version of Duck.ai continues unchanged, and users can hide AI features if they prefer. Read more →

Snap Inc. has introduced Imagine Lens, a new generative‑AI feature built directly into the Snapchat camera. Unlike previous AI Lenses that offer fixed effects, Imagine Lens lets users type any prompt and receive a customized image that can be saved or shared. The tool is currently limited to Snapchat+ Platinum and Lens+ subscribers on iOS. By blending real‑time AR with open‑prompt AI, Snap aims to keep pace with rivals such as TikTok, Meta, and Google while offering a premium experience for paying users. Read more →

Recent Reddit leaks have uncovered details about Google’s upcoming Nest Doorbell, branded as the Nest Doorbell 2K. The device promises upgraded video resolution up to 2K HDR, a wider 166‑degree diagonal field of view, and retains familiar features such as two‑way audio, night vision, and weather resistance. Most notably includes integration with Google’s Gemini AI, which will be offered through a separate subscription. The leaks suggest the hardware could be announced at Google’s anticipated event on October 1, alongside other Nest products. Read more →

Envato announced that all paid plans will provide unlimited AI video generations through its Elvato service until September 30. The lowest‑priced tier, at $16.50 per month (or £12.50), now includes unrestricted access to Veo 3 and Kling models, as well as other video‑gen engines. A free account still allows five videos per month. Generated videos carry a lifetime commercial license, and speech‑enabled videos automatically use Google Veo 3. Envato’s CMO Noelle Kim framed the change as a move to remove barriers for creators. Read more →

A range of popular AI chatbots now offer paid subscription tiers that unlock faster models, higher usage limits, and additional features. OpenAI's ChatGPT provides Plus and Pro plans, while Google’s Gemini offers AI Pro and AI Ultra options. Microsoft’s Copilot, Perplexity, Anthropic’s Claude, and xAI’s Grok each have their own tiered offerings, varying in price and benefits such as increased token limits, priority access, and integrated cloud storage. Understanding these tiers helps users choose the right plan based on their needs and budget. Read more →

Google announced that it will reveal additional information about its Gemini for Home platform on October 1, including new Nest hardware. The teaser suggests a fresh Nest camera and possibly a speaker, while confirming that Gemini will replace Google Assistant with natural‑language capabilities and both free and subscription tiers. Nest Aware subscribers who pay $10 per month are slated to receive early access to Gemini within Google Home. Read more →

Google announced that it will reveal additional information about its Gemini for Home platform on October 1, including new Nest hardware. The teaser suggests a fresh Nest camera and possibly a speaker, while confirming that Gemini will replace Google Assistant with natural‑language capabilities and both free and subscription tiers. Nest Aware subscribers who pay $10 per month are slated to receive early access to Gemini within Google Home. Read more →

DuckDuckGo is reshaping its Privacy Pro subscription—now simply called the DuckDuckGo subscription—to grant members access to the newest AI chatbots from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta. The price stays at $10 per month or $100 annually, and the offering still includes the company’s VPN, personal information removal and identity protection services. Conversations remain anonymized and are not used for training future models. A free base version of Duck.ai continues unchanged, and users can hide AI features if they prefer. Read more →

DuckDuckGo is reshaping its Privacy Pro subscription—now simply called the DuckDuckGo subscription—to grant members access to the newest AI chatbots from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta. The price stays at $10 per month or $100 annually, and the offering still includes the company’s VPN, personal information removal and identity protection services. Conversations remain anonymized and are not used for training future models. A free base version of Duck.ai continues unchanged, and users can hide AI features if they prefer. Read more →

Snap Inc. has introduced Imagine Lens, a new generative‑AI feature built directly into the Snapchat camera. Unlike previous AI Lenses that offer fixed effects, Imagine Lens lets users type any prompt and receive a customized image that can be saved or shared. The tool is currently limited to Snapchat+ Platinum and Lens+ subscribers on iOS. By blending real‑time AR with open‑prompt AI, Snap aims to keep pace with rivals such as TikTok, Meta, and Google while offering a premium experience for paying users. Read more →

Snap Inc. has introduced Imagine Lens, a new generative‑AI feature built directly into the Snapchat camera. Unlike previous AI Lenses that offer fixed effects, Imagine Lens lets users type any prompt and receive a customized image that can be saved or shared. The tool is currently limited to Snapchat+ Platinum and Lens+ subscribers on iOS. By blending real‑time AR with open‑prompt AI, Snap aims to keep pace with rivals such as TikTok, Meta, and Google while offering a premium experience for paying users. Read more →

Recent Reddit leaks have uncovered details about Google’s upcoming Nest Doorbell, branded as the Nest Doorbell 2K. The device promises upgraded video resolution up to 2K HDR, a wider 166‑degree diagonal field of view, and retains familiar features such as two‑way audio, night vision, and weather resistance. Most notably includes integration with Google’s Gemini AI, which will be offered through a separate subscription. The leaks suggest the hardware could be announced at Google’s anticipated event on October 1, alongside other Nest products. Read more →

Recent Reddit leaks have uncovered details about Google’s upcoming Nest Doorbell, branded as the Nest Doorbell 2K. The device promises upgraded video resolution up to 2K HDR, a wider 166‑degree diagonal field of view, and retains familiar features such as two‑way audio, night vision, and weather resistance. Most notably includes integration with Google’s Gemini AI, which will be offered through a separate subscription. The leaks suggest the hardware could be announced at Google’s anticipated event on October 1, alongside other Nest products. Read more →

Envato announced that all paid plans will provide unlimited AI video generations through its Elvato service until September 30. The lowest‑priced tier, at $16.50 per month (or £12.50), now includes unrestricted access to Veo 3 and Kling models, as well as other video‑gen engines. A free account still allows five videos per month. Generated videos carry a lifetime commercial license, and speech‑enabled videos automatically use Google Veo 3. Envato’s CMO Noelle Kim framed the change as a move to remove barriers for creators. Read more →

Envato announced that all paid plans will provide unlimited AI video generations through its Elvato service until September 30. The lowest‑priced tier, at $16.50 per month (or £12.50), now includes unrestricted access to Veo 3 and Kling models, as well as other video‑gen engines. A free account still allows five videos per month. Generated videos carry a lifetime commercial license, and speech‑enabled videos automatically use Google Veo 3. Envato’s CMO Noelle Kim framed the change as a move to remove barriers for creators. Read more →

A range of popular AI chatbots now offer paid subscription tiers that unlock faster models, higher usage limits, and additional features. OpenAI's ChatGPT provides Plus and Pro plans, while Google’s Gemini offers AI Pro and AI Ultra options. Microsoft’s Copilot, Perplexity, Anthropic’s Claude, and xAI’s Grok each have their own tiered offerings, varying in price and benefits such as increased token limits, priority access, and integrated cloud storage. Understanding these tiers helps users choose the right plan based on their needs and budget. Read more →