Browserbase Search and Fetch are now available through AI Gateway, letting you add web search and page retrieval to any model supporting tool calling with a single API key.
Summary
Eliminates vendor lock-in for web-aware agents—switch between model providers without rewriting tool logic. Reduces boilerplate for RAG patterns that need live web data.
Why it matters
Eliminates vendor lock-in for web-aware agents—switch between model providers without rewriting tool logic. Reduces boilerplate for RAG patterns that need live web data.
Implementation verdict
Replaces building custom HTTP adapters for web search/fetch. Requires AI SDK 7.0.116+, Browserbase integration, and `AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY` setup. Ready to use now with tool calling models; check Browserbase pricing for quota/cost.
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