Perplexity AI is Going Mobile with a New Digital Assistant for Android Phones
Perplexity AI has announced the release of its new digital assistant for Android phones, allowing users to access its advanced features and functionality on-the-go. This new assistant is free and doesn’t require a Pro subscription, unlike some of its competitors.
What Can Perplexity Do on Your Android Phone?
Perplexity’s phone assistant can perform a wide range of tasks, including:
- Playing media, such as music and videos
- Setting reminders and sending texts and emails
- Booking rides and making reservations
- Using your camera to identify objects and learn more about them
- And more
The assistant can also chain commands together, allowing you to perform complex tasks with ease. For example, you can ask it to "Play the most popular songs from the 1960s" and it will bring up Spotify and start playing the songs.
What Perplexity Can’t Do (Yet)
While Perplexity’s phone assistant is impressive, there are a few things it can’t do yet. For example, it can’t access sensitive information, such as bank account balances, and it can’t directly access calendar events. However, you can set events and reminders directly through the Perplexity assistant.
My Experience with Perplexity’s Phone Assistant
I decided to try out Perplexity’s phone assistant and made it my default assistant. I was impressed with its ease of use and its ability to perform a wide range of tasks. However, one thing is keeping me from sticking with it for good: its current lack of integration with my calendar.
Conclusion
Perplexity’s phone assistant is an exciting new development in the world of digital assistants. While it’s not perfect, it has a lot to offer. If Perplexity can address its limitations, I may just switch to it for good.
FAQs
Q: Is Perplexity’s phone assistant available for iOS?
A: No, it is currently only available for Android devices.
Q: Is Perplexity’s phone assistant free?
A: Yes, the free version of the app is all you need to get started.
Q: What permissions does the Perplexity app require?
A: The app requires microphone and camera permissions, as well as permissions for the services you attempt to connect.
Q: How do I set Perplexity as my default digital assistant app?
A: Go to your phone’s digital assistant settings, select "Default digital assistant app," and choose Perplexity from the list.
