Opera has officially launched its AI-enhanced browser, Neon, following a successful testing phase that began months ago. Interested users can access the advanced features of Neon by subscribing for $19.90 per month.
Initially introduced in May, Neon went into early access for select users in October. This new browser distinguishes itself by integrating an AI chatbot directly into its interface, allowing for a variety of functionalities. Users can ask the AI questions about previously visited web pages, create mini-apps and videos, and automate tasks based on their browsing history. For example, users can request insights from a YouTube video watched last week or revisit a post explored the day before.
Neon also offers a feature called “Cards” for managing repetitive tasks, along with an advanced research agent that provides in-depth information on any selected topic. The browser’s organization feature, named Tasks, acts as a workspace for AI conversations and tabs, integrating functionalities reminiscent of Tab Groups and Arc Browser’s Spaces, which focus on contextual AI applications.
This subscription not only includes the AI capabilities but also gives users access to prominent models such as Gemini 3 Pro, GPT-5.1, Veo 3.1, and Nano Banana Pro. Subscribers can also engage with Opera’s Discord community and gain direct contact with the development team.
“Opera Neon is tailored for those eager to adopt the latest AI advancements. This project is rapidly evolving, with substantial updates introduced weekly. We’ve developed it in collaboration with our Founders community and are thrilled to offer earlier access to a broader audience,” stated Krystian Kolondra, EVP of browsers at Opera.
Meanwhile, Opera’s other offerings—including Opera One, Opera GX, and Opera Air—also feature complimentary AI tools such as chat-based assistants. In contrast, established browsers are taking a more measured approach to integrating AI functionalities, with Google recently highlighting its security measures and Brave previewing its own agentic features in a separate browsing profile to distinguish AI from traditional usage.
