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Poke Becomes First AI Agent on Apple's iMessage
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- →Poke's approval marks a significant step in integrating AI agents with mainstream platforms like iMessage.
- →This development could pave the way for other AI agents to enter Apple's ecosystem, expanding their reach.
- →Apple's per-user fee model introduces a new revenue stream and cost consideration for AI startups.
Poke, a startup that simplifies AI agent use through text messaging, is now the first AI agent approved for Apple's Messages for Business platform. This approval allows Poke to operate on iMessage, in addition to SMS, Telegram, and WhatsApp. The startup had to meet Apple's guidelines, including live support and interface customization, to gain approval. This move could signal a new revenue model for Apple and a path for other AI agents to follow. Poke's integration comes as Apple is expected to announce more AI developments at its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference.
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OpenAI acquires Glass Imaging for $300M
OpenAI's acquisition of Glass Imaging for over $300 million signals a strategic move into hardware, leveraging AI to enhance smartphone camera capabilities. Glass Imaging, founded by former Apple engineers, specializes in using neural networks to improve image quality at the moment of capture, rather than post-processing. This acquisition aligns with rumors of OpenAI's interest in developing its own hardware, potentially including smartphones and AI companion devices. The move could position OpenAI to integrate advanced AI-driven imaging technology into future products, expanding its influence beyond software.
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Perplexity Portable Computer Launches on Windows with NVIDIA RTX
Perplexity's Portable Computer is now available for Windows users with NVIDIA RTX GPUs, offering a powerful local AI agent that can handle multistep tasks directly on a PC. This release allows users to keep sensitive information on their devices while leveraging local models for data analysis and task management. The integration with NVIDIA RTX GPUs ensures accelerated performance, and the app can seamlessly transition tasks to cloud models when needed. This development brings advanced AI capabilities to more Windows users, simplifying the setup and use of local AI models without the need for complex configurations.
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