Opera Neon Introduces 1-Minute AI Research Mode and Enhanced Model Integration

Opera's AI browser gets '1-minute Deep Research' mode, more - 9to5Mac

Opera updated its AI-powered Neon browser today with a handful of welcome integrations and usability improvements. Here's what's new. Since its introduction a couple of months ago, Opera Neon has been steadily picking up UX, UI, and under-the-hood upgrades to keep pace in the increasingly crowded AI-powered browser market. Following the launch of the Opera Deep Research Agent (ODRA) last October, Opera Neon is rolling out today a '1-minute Deep Research' mode: "In the new one-minute-research mode, Opera Neon is dividing the problem as much as possible in order to employ as many 'researchers' as possible on the same task. This new mode for the deep research agent acts as a point in-between a simple AI query and a full-on deep research that turns useful since the user is not always in need of a full deep research for every query that requires a little bit more than just an AI overview. " In addition to that, today's update also introduces a model selector in Neon Chat, alongside the addition of Google's Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro models. Interestingly, users can switch models mid-conversation, which is a nice addition. Finally, Neon's 'Do' agent now works with Google Docs, which the company says was one of the most-requested features. Here's Opera: "In order to create a Google Doc with Opera Neon users need to select the 'Do' agent in the browser's omnibox and simply add to their prompt that they want to create a Google Doc. Additionally, users can also use Neon Do to edit an existing Google Doc, so they can request for the agent to add or subtract something - it will search the web for relevant information if needed - and they can even have it change the name of the document." Opera Neon requires a $19.99 monthly subscription. You can visit Opera Neon's website to join the waitlist.

Opera Neon's AI researcher does in one minute what used to take a dozen tabs

The update also enables the "Do" agent to create and edit Google Docs automatically based on your prompts Opera's agentic browser experiment, Opera Neon, just launched a feature that may redefine how you research anything online. The new 1-minute research mode for its Opera Deep Research Agent (ODRA), gives users the ability to generate full, citation-backed mini-reports in, as the name suggests, about 60 seconds. The update marks one of the most tangible attempts yet to streamline online research through AI, delivering just-enough depth without sending you down a hyperlink rabbit hole. And while the feature is currently limited to early-access users of Opera Neon, the implications could extend far beyond a niche power-user crowd. If you've ever found yourself juggling 10 tabs, a notepad, and a vague feeling of academic guilt just to compare new phones, this one's for you. ODRA doesn't replace ChatGPT-style conversation or content creation. Instead, it lives alongside Opera Neon's existing "Chat," "Do," and "Make" agents. It offers a small, efficient, multi-threaded AI researcher that parallelizes the task, divides it up, assigns it to virtual teammates, and reassembles a unified answer. You ask the question. It brings back the brief. The new one-minute mode offers something in-between a casual AI answer and a full deep-dive: fast enough to keep your momentum going, rigorous enough that you're not relying on a chatbot hallucination. Opera describes it as the sweet spot for moments when you don't need an entire white paper, but you also don't want to rely on a single Reddit thread to decide if that new washing machine is worth the money. Unlike most AI tools baked into browsers, which stick to summarizing content on the page or offering light suggestions, ODRA pulls from multiple sources on the open web. It also makes sure to include citations. That's not all that dropped in this latest update. Opera Neon now includes a new model selector, letting users swap between top AI systems on the fly, including Google's Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro. You can start a session using one model, then change without losing your chat history or its understanding of your task. It's a small tweak with big usability implications, especially for people who are beginning to notice that not all AI models excel at the same things. And while ODRA might be the big story, Neon's "Do" agent has been upgraded, too. It now works natively with Google Docs. If you ask Neon to write a report comparing electric cars, it can now not only research the topic but also drop it into a properly formatted Google Doc, title and all. From there, you can edit, share, or ask Neon to revise it, rename the file, or append new research later. Opera has positioned Neon as a sandbox for experimental features that might be too advanced or opinionated for its mainstream products. While its flagship browser, Opera One, still caters to a broad audience, Neon is targeted at power users who want the browser to do more than passively open content. With agents that write, revise, generate images, research in depth, and execute tasks in external services, Neon increasingly behaves like a frontend for task delegation, not just browsing. Its ability to switch agents or models mid-task makes it feel more fluid than the growing number of single-purpose AI add-ons populating other browsers. The broader implication is that AI's future may not live in your chatbox but in your browser. Opera Neon's 1-minute research agent is an early prototype of a shift to where AI doesn't just offer commentary on content, but becomes an interface layer between you and the web itself.

Opera Neon update adds 1-minute Deep Research mode

Opera released an update for its AI-powered Neon browser on Thursday, introducing the "1-minute Deep Research" mode, integration with Google's Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro models, and Google Docs support for the Neon Do agent to enhance usability in the competitive AI browser landscape. The update builds on Opera Neon's development since its launch a few months ago, focusing on user experience, interface, and underlying enhancements to maintain relevance amid growing competition in AI-integrated browsers. A key addition is the "1-minute Deep Research" mode for the Opera Deep Research Agent, which debuted last October. This mode addresses queries requiring more depth than a basic AI response but less than comprehensive research. In this mode, the browser divides the query into smaller parts to deploy multiple "researchers" simultaneously. As explained by Opera, "In the new one-minute-research mode, Opera Neon is dividing the problem as much as possible in order to employ as many 'researchers' as possible on the same task. This new mode for the deep research agent acts as a point in-between a simple AI query and a full-on deep research that turns useful since the user is not always in need of a full deep research for every query that requires a little bit more than just an AI overview." This approach allows for quicker, targeted investigations without committing to extensive processes. Another enhancement appears in Neon Chat with the introduction of a model selector. Users can now choose among various AI models, including the newly added Google's Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro. This selector enables seamless switching between models during an ongoing conversation, offering greater flexibility in tailoring AI interactions to specific needs. The Neon Do agent has gained integration with Google Docs, a feature requested by many users. To create a new document, individuals select the Do agent in the browser's omnibox and include a prompt specifying the creation of a Google Doc. For editing existing files, the agent handles additions or removals of content. Opera states, "In order to create a Google Doc with Opera Neon users need to select the 'Do' agent in the browser's omnibox and simply add to their prompt that they want to create a Google Doc. Additionally, users can also use Neon Do to edit an existing Google Doc, so they can request for the agent to add or subtract something - it will search the web for relevant information if needed - and they can even have it change the name of the document." The agent performs web searches for pertinent data when necessary, streamlining document management directly from the browser. Access to Opera Neon requires a monthly subscription of $19.99. Interested parties can join the waitlist through the official Opera Neon website.