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Perplexity
Perplexity answers research questions with links you can inspect.
A practical first test
Ask a narrow question about an open-source release, specifying the project and version. Ask for the exact source behind each claimed change.
What to check
Open the original release notes. Check that each cited page supports the exact claim and version, and set aside claims you cannot verify.
Aijea’s take: Check the source before using the answer
Perplexity is a useful way to find a lead quickly when the question has primary sources you can open. Its answer is ready for use once those sources support the precise claim and version you need.
Pick the most consequential claim and open the cited release note first. If it describes a different version or never makes that claim, remove it from your working notes.
Plans and access
Perplexity offers free access and paid subscriptions such as Pro. Review the current feature and usage details for the plan you need. See the official product page and plan details.
Pricing model: Freemium