Transform Your Spare Mac into an AI Assistant with Perplexity's Personal Computer

Perplexity introduces Personal Computer, an innovative tool that converts your unused Mac into a dedicated AI agent.

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Perplexity is expanding its offerings beyond a simple answer engine with the introduction of Personal Computer, a groundbreaking AI agent designed to utilize your idle Mac. This tool is marketed as a 'digital proxy' that operates continuously on your local network. It can access your files and applications, providing a customized experience that allows you to control it from any device, anywhere. This new system enhances the capabilities of Perplexity's previous launch, Perplexity Computer, which featured a group of agents functioning as a versatile digital worker. With Personal Computer, users can expect a more tailored AI experience that integrates seamlessly into their daily tasks.

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