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Meta Muse AI Agent expands to iPad with new integrations
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Why it matters
- →iPad support enables more complex agentic workflows that require larger screens for monitoring and control.
- →New connectors to Figma, GitHub, and QuickBooks allow the agent to perform actual work in professional software stacks.
- →The rapid deployment cycle highlights Meta's strategic priority on integrating AI agents into daily productivity.
Meta has released an update to its Muse iOS app that adds native support for the iPad, optimizing the interface for larger screens and multitasking capabilities. The update also introduces connectors for a suite of professional tools including Figma, GitHub, QuickBooks, and Notion, enabling the AI agent to autonomously execute tasks such as marketing planning and client pitch development. This expansion follows the recent release of a Mac version and coincides with announcements regarding standalone hardware like the Muse Charm device.
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How we got here
- 1Meta's Muse Image Model Debuts Strongly
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- 2Meta's Muse Glimmer Model Now Available
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- 3Meta Launches Muse, a Personal AI Agent
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- 5Meta Launches 'Muse' AI Agent for Consumer Use
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- 6Meta's Muse AI assistant launches on Mac
TechCrunch AI · September 18, 2026 · Same story
- 7Meta Muse adds video calls and email
The Verge AI · September 23, 2026 · Same story
- 8Meta Muse agent security failures and enterprise push
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What happened next
- 9Meta Muse expands to iPad with new connectors
TechCrunch AI · October 7, 2026 · Same story
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