Perplexity’s Personal Computer is now available to everyone on Mac
Local AI Agents Arrive for Mac Users
Perplexity has announced the general release of Personal Computer, its local AI agent solution, now accessible to all Mac users through the Perplexity Mac app. This marks an expansion from the previous limited rollout, making the feature available to a broader audience.
What is Perplexity’s Personal Computer?
Personal Computer builds on the company’s earlier Perplexity Computer model, moving AI-powered workflows from the cloud directly onto users' Mac devices. The main advantage is that AI agents can interact with local files, native applications, and internet resources, enabling users to automate personal, multi-step tasks efficiently and securely. Users benefit from on-device control, integrating AI into their regular workflows without relying solely on cloud infrastructure.
How It Works
- Works with local files and native Mac apps
- Orchestrates tasks across more than 400 connectors
- Utilizes a secure development environment on Perplexity’s servers
- Can be accessed remotely, such as from an iPhone, for additional flexibility
- Integrates with Perplexity’s Comet browser to use web tools seamlessly
Security and Usability
While other local AI agents like OpenClaw have raised security concerns, Perplexity aims to deliver a safer experience. The software is designed to keep user data secure while connecting across apps, files, and web services. It’s particularly useful for tasks that require handling data from multiple sources or performing complex workflow automation.
Access and Availability
Personal Computer is now part of the new Perplexity Mac app and available as a direct download. To use the Personal Computer feature, a Pro or Max subscription is required. The company plans to deprecate its older Mac app soon, shifting focus to the new offering.
For further details, read the original coverage on TechCrunch.
