Perplexity launches always‑on AI agents for ongoing work
By OAS
· 1 min read · Automation · AI tools
According to The Decoder, Perplexity announced a new “Teammates” AI agent that stays active around the clock to handle ongoing tasks. The agents run on separate virtual machines and are accessed via threads in the Perplexity app or Slack, and they are available only on the Max plan, which costs $200 per month.
In short
- Perplexity’s new Teammates are always‑on AI agents for ongoing work.
- Each Teammate runs in its own isolated virtual environment with a desktop and browser, and can be accessed via the Perplexity app or Slack.
- The service costs $200 per month on the Max plan.
What it means for you
- The agents run continuously, so they can keep projects moving while you focus on clients.
- The $200/month fee may affect budgeting decisions for small teams.
- Integrations with Slack let users check status without leaving their communication hub.
The details
What happened
Perplexity introduced a new AI offering called Teammates. Unlike its one‑off “Perplexity Computer” tool, each Teammate operates in its own isolated virtual environment that includes a desktop interface and a web browser, stays on all day, and can be managed through dedicated threads inside the Perplexity app. Users can also talk to the agents via Slack. The service is only available on the Max plan, which is priced at $200 per month.
What to do
- Sign up for the Max plan and create a dedicated thread in the Perplexity app for each project.
- Connect the agent to Slack so you can ask for updates without leaving your communication hub.
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