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15 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Google tests Agentic Shopping with native checkout in Gemini

Google Gemini is testing a built-in Shopping Cart and revamped settings, paving the way for direct browsing and purchases within the app itself.

14 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Microsoft launches faster MAI-Image-2-Efficient for business

Microsoft has launched MAI-Image-2-Efficient, a faster, lower-cost image model for large-scale team use, now available in Foundry and MAI Playground.

14 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Google tests Canvas and Connectors on NotebookLM

Google is preparing updates to NotebookLM, including a Canvas for visualization, source labeling, and support for Connectors!

Gemini News

13 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Google develops its own desktop Agent to compete with Cowork

Google is testing a new Agent tab in Gemini Enterprise, hinting at an upcoming agentic workflow with task management features ahead of Google I/O. This may point to Google's upcoming desktop app.

13 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

OpenAI tests web browsing feature on Codex Superapp

OpenAI is preparing a major Codex update featuring a new onboarding flow, pull request management, and UI previews.

13 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Anthropic tests Claude Code upgrade to rival Codex Superapp

Anthropic is overhauling Claude Code’s desktop app with project Epitaxy, introducing new panels, multi-repo support, and Coordinator Mode.

11 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

xAI prepares credits system for upcoming Grok Build launch

xAI is testing a credits-based pricing model for Grok Build, its upcoming coding tool.

11 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Google develops voice mode and collaborative tools for Mixboard

Google tests tools such as stickers, voice notes, voice mode, and PDF export on Mixboard, with a possible reveal at Google I/O.

11 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

OpenAI develops unified Codex app and new Scratchpad feature

OpenAI is merging ChatGPT, Atlas browser, and coding tools into a unified Codex-based desktop app, potentially with managed agents and parallel task support.

10 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Notion tests Computer to expand capabilities of its AI offering

Notion’s “Computer” feature for agents is positioned to expand workflow automation, following its Claude Managed Agents integration debut and ongoing alpha testing.

10 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Google prepares broader rollout of Skills for Gemini and AI Studio

Google is preparing a wider launch of Skills, reusable instruction sets for Gemini, with new evidence pointing to AI Studio as the next area for expansion.

10 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Anthropic develops managed 24/7 Agent for Claude mobile apps too

Anthropic is testing managed agents in Claude’s iOS app, pointing to unified mobile and web features that bring persistent AI agents to users.

6 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Anthropic likely tests managed 24/7 AI agents for Businesses

Anthropic’s Conway project adds support for extensions, browser tasks, and secure webhooks, signaling a shift to business use cases.

6 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Google prepares Jules V2 agent capable of taking bigger tasks

Google is reportedly developing Jitro, the next-gen Jules coding agent, shifting to KPI-driven AI coding assistance with autonomous goal-setting.

6 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

OpenAI tests next-gen Image V2 model on ChatGPT and LM Arena

OpenAI is quietly testing its next-gen ImageV2 model on LM Arena, with early testers noting strong prompt accuracy and realistic UI rendering.

2 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Meta tests Paricado model family, Health, and Document agents

Meta is testing new Parikado AI models, Health and Document agents. Previously spotted Avocado variants being A/B tested.

1 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Exclusive: Anthropic tests its own always-on "Conway" agent

Anthropic is testing Conway, a standalone Claude agent environment featuring extensions, webhooks, and Chrome use, hinting at always-on support.

31 Mar 2026 · 2 min read

Anthropic tests new Claude Code desktop UI amid source code leak

Anthropic is testing a new Claude Code mode called Epitaxy, featuring extra hotkeys and playful visuals, and source code leaks are sparking user interest.