OpenAI has just taken another big step in its mission to bring artificial intelligence closer to everyday computer use. The company announced that it has bought Software Applications Incorporated, the startup behind a Mac product called Sky.

This new product is designed to act like an assistant that can see what is on your screen and help you do things like write, plan, and code directly on your computer.

Sky is not a chatbot that lives in your browser. Instead, it floats above your Mac desktop and interacts with your apps in real time. Imagine having an AI that can read what you are working on, understand the context, and perform actions for you.

That is the idea behind Sky. The team behind it says their goal is to make computers more intuitive and personal, and OpenAI believes this fits perfectly with the future of ChatGPT.

What Sky Does and Why It Matters

Sky works by using natural language commands. This means you can talk to your Mac or type simple instructions, and Sky will understand what you mean. For example, if you are writing an email and ask Sky to summarize your draft or send it through Apple Mail, it can do that without you switching between apps. It can read what is on your screen and perform tasks directly.

This is a big deal because most AI tools today only respond to questions or text prompts. They cannot interact with your computer the way you do. The sky changes that. It turns ChatGPT from a passive assistant into something that can take real action inside your system.

According to OpenAI, Sky’s technology will be built into ChatGPT in the future. This means Mac users might soon have an AI helper that feels like part of their operating system instead of just another website or app.

The Team Behind Sky

Sky was created by a team that knows Apple very well. The co-founders, Ari Weinstein and Conrad Kramer, previously built an app called Workflow. Apple later bought that app, and it became what we now know as the Shortcuts feature on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. After spending several years at Apple, they left to start Software Applications in 2023.

Their third co-founder, Kim Beverett, also worked at Apple for almost ten years, helping build major features for Safari, Messages, Mail, and FaceTime. This background explains why Sky works so smoothly with the Mac environment.

When announcing the deal, Weinstein said the goal was to make computers more helpful and creative. He added that joining OpenAI will help bring that vision to millions of users faster.

What OpenAI Gains from This

This acquisition fits perfectly into OpenAI’s long-term plan. The company has been expanding quickly beyond just text chat. It launched ChatGPT Atlas earlier this week, an AI-powered browser for Mac that helps users browse the web with smart suggestions and automated actions. Adding Sky gives OpenAI control of not just the web but also the desktop.

Nick Turley, Head of ChatGPT, said that Sky’s deep Mac integration will speed up OpenAI’s mission to make AI part of the tools people already use every day. In simple terms, this means OpenAI wants ChatGPT to live inside your computer, helping with emails, documents, schedules, and more, instead of being limited to a website.

What This Means for Apple Users

Apple has its own AI plans with a system called Apple Intelligence that will improve Siri and add smarter writing tools, live translations, and image creation. However, Apple has always focused heavily on privacy. A system like Sky, which can see your screen and take actions, could make some Apple users worry about data safety.

Still, if done carefully, Sky could make your Mac more powerful and personal. Instead of clicking through menus or switching between apps, you could simply ask your computer to handle things for you. This could save time for both everyday users and professionals who work on complex projects.

The Bigger Picture

This move shows that OpenAI is no longer just building chatbots. It is creating a full ecosystem where AI becomes part of your daily tools. With Sky, OpenAI wants to move from answering your questions to actually doing tasks on your computer.

In the larger AI race, this puts OpenAI ahead of competitors like Anthropic and Google, which are also working on similar agent-like assistants. For now, OpenAI seems to have taken the lead in bringing hands-on AI to Mac users.

The Bottom Line

OpenAI has not shared when Sky’s features will appear inside ChatGPT, but the integration is already in progress. It will likely roll out first to Plus and Team subscribers before becoming available to everyone.

The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, but Sky had raised $6.5 million in funding, including support from OpenAI’s own CEO, Sam Altman.

For Mac users, this acquisition means the future of AI computing is getting closer. Soon, your ChatGPT might not just talk to you but actually help you get things done on your screen.

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