Opera Neon is a bold new AI Agentic web browser

Opera is expanding its lineup of web browsers with the introduction of a bold new product: Opera Neon. While the name may sound familiar to long-time Opera users, the company assures that this isn’t just a reboot—it’s a reimagining. Touted as Opera’s first “AI agentic” browser, Opera Neon is designed to redefine what a browser can be in the context of an increasingly intelligent and interactive web.

At its core, Opera Neon is not just a browsing tool but a digital assistant with a suite of integrated AI capabilities that aim to bridge the gap between user intent and web action. The browser is structured around three core modules: Neon Chat, Neon Do, and Neon Make—each of which provides unique features that enhance how users search, interact, and create on the internet.

Neon Chat acts as a conversational assistant, similar in function to existing tools like Copilot and ChatGPT. It can conduct web searches, provide contextual insights about the page you're viewing, and handle a range of queries and tasks directly from the browser interface. It’s designed to function intuitively, allowing users to interact with their browser as they would with an intelligent chatbot.

Neon Do builds on Opera’s earlier “Browser Operator” feature and elevates it with enhanced autonomy. This module understands the content of the websites you're visiting and can take action on your behalf. Whether it's filling out forms, booking travel, or making online purchases, Neon Do processes all AI functions locally, ensuring both privacy and speed. This ability to act within the site’s structure transforms the browser into a proactive participant in the browsing experience.

Arguably the most ambitious component, Neon Make, offers what Opera describes as something “never seen in any browser before.” Leveraging cloud capabilities, this tool can perform complex creative and technical tasks. Whether it’s generating detailed reports, prototyping video games, building and even hosting web apps, Neon Make is positioned as a comprehensive digital creation suite. Impressively, it also allows offline command queuing—users can request tasks that the browser will execute while they are away, offline, or occupied with other activities.

Opera places significant emphasis on privacy and performance in Neon. Unlike some AI tools that rely on pixel tracking or virtual pointer analysis, Neon understands web pages using their DOM tree and layout data, which ensures more efficient processing and enhanced privacy protection. This architectural decision also makes the browser more responsive and lightweight, optimizing user experience without compromising data security.

The launch of Opera Neon also carries a broader message: a shift away from the traditional view of web browsing as a passive activity. Instead, Opera envisions a browser that enables users to create, interact, and execute tasks—regardless of their technical expertise. By integrating tools that can write code, generate content, and build projects, Opera Neon aims to empower a new wave of digital creators.

However, it’s worth noting that not all features are freely available. While Neon Chat and Neon Do are integrated as core browser features, Neon Make is a premium service. Opera has opened a waitlist for early adopters, with more details about pricing and access to be revealed in the near future.