Perplexity’s Voice Mode Enhanced with Futuristic Features on iOS

Perplexity’s latest iOS update introduces a revamped voice mode with more natural-sounding voices and interactive features, aiming to enhance user experience and challenge competitors.

Perplexity, that slick AI conversational search engine we’ve all been chatting with, just dropped a major iOS app update—and guess what? It’s all about making voice mode sound less like a robot and more like your chatty neighbor. Gone are the days of monotone replies; now, you’ve got six voices to choose from, each with its own flair. Because let’s face it, who wants to talk to a machine that sounds like it’s reading the phone book?

Stacked up against the likes of ChatGPT and Google Gemini, Perplexity’s voice mode keeps it clear and straightforward (though it might not win any Oscars for dramatic delivery). But here’s the kicker: it’s now hooked up with Perplexity’s real-time search tool. So, not only do you get spoken answers, but they come with live search results and source links. It’s like having a librarian, a researcher, and a tech geek all rolled into one.

And they didn’t stop there. The app’s got a fresh look too—swap out that boring old microphone icon for a snazzy sphere of dots that dance when you talk or tap. It’s not just pretty; it’s interactive. Plus, with new widgets for stuff like stock updates or the latest sports scores, Perplexity’s shaping up to be the personal assistant you didn’t know you needed.

But wait, there’s more. Perplexity’s throwing the Claude 3.7 Sonnet model into the mix to tackle those brain-busting questions. It’s clear they’re not just playing the game; they’re changing it. With this update, they’re pushing for smoother, more natural chats that actually feel, well, human. So, if you’re tired of talking to a wall of text, Perplexity might just be your new best friend.