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.
