Opera Launches Neon, A Premium AI-Centric Browser with Integrated Assistant

Opera has started sending out early access invitations for its new Opera Neon browser. The company is positioning it as a solution for power users of neural networks, but the project is built on a paid model, requiring a monthly subscription even during its testing phase.

Unlike traditional browsers, Opera Neon is task-oriented rather than just focused on displaying web pages. Its key innovation is the "Tasks" function, which groups tabs, search history, and documents into isolated workspaces. Within a "Task," the built-in AI assistant understands the context and can analyze information from multiple websites simultaneously.

Another tool, called "Cards," is designed to simplify interactions with the AI. Users can save frequently used commands and instructions as Cards, and then combine them for complex queries, eliminating the need to explain a task in detail every single time. The browser also includes a store where users can find and use "Cards" created by other community members.

A further feature, Neon Do, handles action automation directly within the browser. The assistant can independently navigate websites, gather data, fill out forms, and structure information. Crucially, Neon Do operates within the user's active session, using their already open tabs and website logins, which avoids the need to hand over usernames and passwords to third-party cloud services.

For creative tasks, the "Make" tool can generate simple websites or visual reports based on a text description. The results are provided as a shareable link. Currently, the browser is available via a subscription priced at $20 per month. Opera emphasizes that the browser is developed with a focus on privacy: login data and payment information are stored locally on the device and are not used to train AI models.