Hey there! So I am not sure how many of you are still using Google. I am not. Perplexity.ai is the new AI search engine tool I am using in my everyday life and it has saved me a huge amount of time.
Perplexity AI is a conversational search engine launched in 2022 that combines large language models (LLMs) with real-time web searching capabilities 1 5. Founded by former engineers from OpenAI, Databricks, Meta, and Quora, it differentiates itself by providing cited sources within its responses 5.
Key Features
Search Capabilities
Uses multiple AI models including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, Claude, and Google DeepMind's Gemini 1
Provides real-time information from across the internet with cited sources 6
Maintains contextual memory for natural follow-up questions 2
Focus Modes
Web Focus: Searches across the entire internet
Academic Focus: Searches scholarly resources
Social Focus: Analyzes social media content
Video Focus: Searches video platforms
Writing Focus: Optimized for content creation
Math Focus: Powered by Wolfram Alpha 2
Available Versions
Free Version
Access to GPT-3.5
Deep Research and DeepSeek R1
Limited to five Pro searches daily 3
Pro Version
Access to GPT-4 and Claude
Experimental Perplexity model
Additional features like image generation and document upload capabilities 4
As of January 2024, Perplexity AI serves approximately 10 million regular users, with its user base continuing to grow rapidly 3.
Citations:
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PS: Loom cut my demo in 2 parts. I hope you still find these useful. Please let me know in the comments if you liked the episode and what you would like to see in the next episodes. 🫶
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