Anthropic Launches Claude AI Desktop Apps for Mac and Windows

The new desktop applications aim to provide a seamless and focused experience for users, though some features remain in development.

Claude's desktop apps are available for both free and premium users, offering a more convenient alternative to web and mobile access.
The apps utilize the Claude 3.5 Sonnet model but currently lack the 'Computer Use' feature, which remains in beta testing.
A keyboard shortcut allows Windows users to quickly access the app, enhancing efficiency for multitasking environments.
Anthropic has introduced a dictation feature in the mobile apps, allowing users to submit voice prompts up to 10 minutes long.
The release follows similar launches by competitors like OpenAI and Perplexity, highlighting the growing trend of desktop AI applications.