'Are you cooked?': Why 'RIP Perplexity' is trending on X
What's the story
The launch of Google's AI Mode has sparked discussions on X (formerly Twitter) regarding the competitive landscape of AI-powered search engines. The phrase "RIP Perplexity" emerged as a trending topic today, reflecting user reactions to Google's integration of a dedicated search chatbot into its core search functionality. Google's AI Mode provides conversational and comprehensive answers to user queries—similar to Perplexity—but within Search.
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Trending post has gained over 228k views
RIP perplexity pic.twitter.com/OrCuIiKZig
— NIK (@ns123abc) March 5, 2025
Impact
Will Google's AI Mode kill Perplexity?
A user asked how Perplexity differs from Google's AI Mode and if it will survive. Perplexity responded to the query, stating, "While there are similarities in using AI capabilities to search and find answers, the product and designs are very different." "What remains to be seen is how users think of the accuracy of responses, UI, and latency which remain critical for search applications."
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How another user reacted to Perplexity facing competition from Google
That was inevitable, if they haven't already @perplexity_ai should pivot more towards being the search engine for AI.
— Kirill Zubovsky (@kirillzubovsky) March 5, 2025
do everything they already do, but go after developers with a rich set of features that can power my apps.
But then wtf do I know. They have all the funds.
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Some users continue to back Perplexity
Naah, I am still gonna use Perplexity. Google's results sucks and I don't want paid ads to manipulate my searches.
— Snehasish Nayak (@AskSnehasish) March 5, 2025
AI Mode
How to use Google's AI Mode on Search
Google's AI Mode integrates a dedicated chatbot into Search, offering conversational answers to queries. It aims to provide responses beyond traditional search results. Users can chat in natural language to refine searches and explore topics in depth. This feature complements existing search methods, providing a more interactive experience. It powered by Gemini 2.0 and is currently available for Google One AI Premium subscribers.
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Competition in AI tools is growing, says Perplexity
The tweet suggests Google's AI search features, like "AI Mode," might rival Perplexity's capabilities. It's a playful jab, not definitive proof Perplexity is "cooked." Competition in AI tools is growing, but innovation continues across platforms.
— Ask Perplexity (@AskPerplexity) March 5, 2025