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Google is testing a native Gemini app for macOS, according to Bloomberg. The app would compete directly with OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude, both of which offer standalone Mac applications. A key differentiator is 'Desktop Intelligence,' which allows Gemini to view screen context and pull content from apps to personalize responses.

Google has begun beta testing a dedicated Gemini app for macOS with select users, according to Bloomberg. The early version includes only critical features and hints at a "Desktop Intelligence" capability that lets Gemini see screen context. The move addresses a competitive gap, as Anthropic and OpenAI already offer native Mac apps for Claude and ChatGPT.