Perplexity, the AI-powered search startup, is in discussions with mobile phone manufacturers to pre-install its new Comet AI browser on future devices. The move could position Perplexity as a more prominent player in the competitive mobile search and AI assistant market.
The company is aiming to have its browser shipped natively on smartphones, making it easier for users to access Perplexity’s conversational search capabilities right from their home screens. This strategy mirrors efforts from other tech giants that have partnered with hardware manufacturers to gain direct user access.
Pre-installation would help Perplexity scale faster by avoiding the friction of app downloads. With its ability to deliver AI-generated summaries, citations, and follow-up responses, Comet is designed to offer a modern search experience that blends traditional browsing with conversational AI.
Talks are still ongoing, and no specific phone brands or models were mentioned. However, if successful, this partnership could intensify competition in the mobile AI space, especially with existing players like Google’s Gemini and Microsoft’s Copilot already embedded in various ecosystems.
