According to Gadgets360 and TheVerge, Perplexity released a new voice assistant for iOS devices in April 2025. This AI-powered tool lets iPhone users perform tasks across multiple apps using simple voice commands.
The assistant can book restaurant tables, send emails, and set reminders. It follows the Android version launched in January and aims to provide more advanced features than existing voice assistants.
Introducing Perplexity iOS Voice Assistant
Voice Assistant uses web browsing and multi-app actions to book reservations, send emails and calendar invites, play media, and more—all from the Perplexity iOS app.
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What Makes This Assistant Special?
The main feature is its multi-app action capabilities, which means it can work across different apps on your phone. Think of it like having a helper who can jump between apps for you – instead of you having to open each app separately. For example, you can ask it to book a table at a restaurant and play music without switching apps yourself.
This assistant works on older iPhones too, including the iPhone 13 mini, unlike Apple’s upcoming Intelligence features which will need newer models. The app ranked #16 and #31 in the Productivity category on April 24, 2025.
How It Works
- Activation: Tap the waveform icon in the Perplexity app
- Permissions: Needs access to your contacts and reminders
- Interaction: Talk to it using natural language
- Confirmation: You must approve final actions before completion
Current Capabilities and Limitations
| Can Do | Cannot Yet Do |
|---|---|
| Book restaurant tables | Set system-level alarms |
| Send emails | Use camera context |
| Set reminders | Act fully autonomously |
| Browse the web | Work without internet |
The assistant requires user confirmation before completing actions, which adds a safety layer but limits automation. It integrates with Apple Music, Mail, and many third-party apps to help users complete tasks faster.
The voice assistant opens a new way for people to use their phones, especially those who find typing difficult or want to multitask. It works through the Perplexity app rather than being built into the system.
In conclusion, Perplexity’s new iOS voice assistant brings advanced AI capabilities to iPhones, allowing users to complete tasks across multiple apps with voice commands. While it still has some limitations and requires user confirmation for actions, it represents a significant step toward more helpful and integrated AI assistants on mobile devices.
