OpenAI unveiled a substantial update to its Codex AI coding platform, adding multi‑app agents, a built‑in browser, image generation, and early memory functions. The enhancements let developers command specific desktop programs, integrate 111 new plugins, and receive proactive suggestions. The rollout begins with macOS users logged into ChatGPT, with EU and UK releases slated for later. While the full super‑app that merges ChatGPT, Codex and a web browser remains in development, the latest release offers a tangible glimpse of OpenAI’s broader vision for a unified desktop AI experience. Read more →

Perplexity announced today that its new Personal Computer AI assistant is now available for Mac users. The tool builds on the company's multi‑model orchestration technology first shown in Perplexity Computer and joins the ranks of Anthropic's Claude Cowork and OpenAI's Codex. Personal Computer can read and act on to‑do lists, organize files, interact with apps like Notes and Messages, and be controlled by voice or a smartphone. The rollout begins with Max subscribers, with broader access slated for wait‑list members. Read more →

Anthropic announced on April 9 that its AI‑powered coworking platform Claude Cowork is now generally available on macOS and Windows for all paid plans. The rollout bundles a suite of enterprise features—including role‑based access controls, group spend limits, usage analytics, expanded OpenTelemetry support and tighter connector permissions—aimed at helping larger organizations manage AI usage across departments such as operations, marketing, finance and legal. Read more →