Where did all the real browsers go?
An example of what we're NOT trying to build
Lately, I've been troubled by a trend among modern browsers. Many are opting to reinvent the wheel, shifting from the joy of browsing the web to something more controlled. Instead of sending you to a web page, they give you a ChatGPT-style summary of what’s on that page. You ask a question, and rather than embarking on a journey through different websites, you receive a static, summarized answer - almost like an intermediary. This new browsing environment might seem innovative, but it feels sterile and disconnected from the vibrant web we know and love.
We’re taking a different approach at Kosmik. Our integrated browser isn’t about replacing your web experience; it's designed to enhance it and keep the spirit of exploration alive.
At Kosmik, you can drag and drop images, texts, videos directly from any website into your canvas, maintaining backlinks so you always know where your sources come from. We plan to further this seamless integration by implementing AI that introduces auto-tags for these items, enabling you to search and filter through everything you’ve saved effortlessly.
We believe this is what makes Kosmik the best browser for research. It lets you remix the web without disrupting your natural flow of exploration.
Click on item on the canvas and go back to its original webpage in a click.
When I was younger, I remember the thrill of falling down a rabbit hole of linked pages, discovering site after site, each click leading to new discoveries. That's the web I fell in love with and the web I believe in—one where technology enhances exploration without stripping away its joy and unpredictability.
In my opinion, many browsers are getting too caught up in the idea of browsing-meets-AI. While AI can offer new ways to interact with information, we must be wary of how it's integrated. We don’t want AI to become a gatekeeper that replaces the web’s depth and richness with a cookie-cutter, sanitized experience.
Once that happens, I’m not sure these platforms can meaningfully call themselves ‘browsers’ anymore—they’re replacing the act of browsing the web with something else entirely.
At Kosmik, we see AI as a tool to augment your creative and exploratory processes, not overshadow them. Our goal is to create a browser that feels like a companion in your digital adventures, not a curator that filters your web experience.
So, if you cherish the dynamic, sometimes messy beauty of the internet, I invite you to give Kosmik a try. It's built for those who love the web—not just for what it is but for what it can be when enhanced thoughtfully with technology.
Until next time,
Your friend Paul