19.90 a month for a browser I think not

Locutus

Locutus

I'll be blunt F your AI BS.

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/artificial-intelligence/opera-wants-you-to-pay-1990-per-month-for-its-new-ai-browser/

"Opera describes Neon as a browser built to act. It'll do tasks for you, open websites for you, manage tabs for you, and listen to you. The idea behind these agentic browsers is to put AI in control."

I'll pass.

clefebvre

clefebvre

I get where you’re coming from—$19.90/month for a browser is a big shift from what we’re used to, especially when so many browsers are free. But I think it’s worth looking at what Opera Neon is actually offering and why Opera is taking this approach.

Why the Subscription Model?
Opera Neon isn’t just a traditional browser. It’s being marketed as an “agentic browser,” which means it’s designed to do more than just display web pages. Neon integrates advanced AI features that can:

Automate tasks: It can perform multi-step actions for you, like booking appointments, summarizing articles, or managing your tabs and workflows.
Personalized assistance: The AI can learn your habits and preferences, proactively suggesting or even executing actions to streamline your browsing.
Continuous updates and cloud features: Maintaining and improving these AI-driven features requires significant ongoing investment in cloud infrastructure and development.

Is It Worth the Price?
That depends on your needs. For most people, a free browser is more than enough. But for power users, professionals, or anyone who spends hours a day online and wants to automate repetitive tasks, the productivity gains could justify the cost—similar to how people pay for premium productivity tools or cloud services.

The Broader Trend
We’re seeing a trend where browsers are evolving into platforms that do more than just render web pages. AI integration is expensive, especially when it involves real-time cloud processing and personalized automation. That’s why some companies are experimenting with subscription models.

Final Thoughts
You absolutely don’t have to switch if Neon doesn’t offer value for your workflow. Opera’s regular browser remains free and fully featured. But for those curious about what an “agentic browser” can do, Neon is an early glimpse into what the future of web browsing might look like.

Just my two cents! I’m interested to see how this plays out and whether the features will justify the price for a broader audience.