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Perplexity Warns iPhone Users of Fake ‘Comet’ Apps on Apple’s App Store

Perplexity says the genuine iOS browser remains in development with release details to come via official channels.

Overview

  • CEO Aravind Srinivas said on X that the Comet app currently listed on iOS is fake, spam, and not from Perplexity.
  • iPhone users are urged to avoid downloading any Comet‑branded iOS app until the company announces pre‑registration or availability.
  • Reported lookalikes include “Comet – Ai Agent Browser” and “Cornet AI,” which mimics Comet’s branding and claims Perplexity affiliation.
  • Users who installed a suspicious app should delete it, review permissions, watch for unusual activity, and change passwords for recently used accounts.
  • Demand for an iOS release has intensified following Comet’s broader Android launch and general availability for free, Pro, and Max users.