The AI-focused startup Perplexity has announced the launch of its new agent-based assistant for Android devices. This move is designed to compete with larger market players such as OpenAI, as well as existing assistants like $AAPL Apple's Siri and $AMZN Amazon's Alexa.

Support from Nvidia and Jeff Bezos

The partnership with $NVDA and entrepreneur Jeff Bezos highlights the high potential of this new tool. Perplexity Assistant can perform a variety of tasks, including booking restaurant tables, ordering taxis through apps, and setting reminders. Available in the $GOOGL Google Play Store in 15 languages, it is accessible to a broad audience.

Perplexity Assistant Features

Perplexity Assistant offers users the ability to perform a diverse set of actions with simple commands:

1. Booking tables at restaurants

2. Ordering taxis through popular apps

3. Setting reminders and tasks

4. Executing other everyday functions

The first version of Perplexity Assistant is available in 15 languages in the Google Play Store, enhancing its global availability. This is particularly crucial in an increasingly globalized world where there is growing demand for multilingual technological solutions.

Competition with OpenAI and Other Giants

Last week, OpenAI introduced a similar tool called Tasks for its ChatGPT Team and Pro subscribers on its web platform. This development has sparked a new wave of competition in the AI assistant market.

Advanced Solutions from Amazon and Apple

Tech giants Amazon and Apple are also working on improving their assistants:

- Last year, Apple integrated Apple Intelligence into its voice assistant Siri.

- Collaborating with OpenAI, Apple introduced the use of ChatGPT with user permission.

The launch of Perplexity Assistant underscores the drive of startups to remain competitive in a market dominated by tech giants. Supported by Nvidia and Jeff Bezos, along with its multilingual capabilities, this tool offers a powerful and flexible solution for Android users.