Meta AI launches native macOS app with screen context and Google Workspace tools

Meta has launched a native Meta AI app for macOS, version 1.0 beta, bringing system-wide shortcuts and integrations to Apple Silicon Macs. The app is built on AppKit and SwiftUI, avoiding heavy Electron wrappers. The app features an Option + Space shortcut for a floating composer, system-wide dictation, and background mode. It can analyze open windows with screen recording permissions, and integrates with Google Workspace for drafting emails and summarizing documents. The assistant connects directly to Facebook and Instagram for campaign analytics, appealing to creators and advertisers. However, some users express privacy concerns due to Meta's history, while competitors like Claude and Gemini face pressure to innovate.