Visual Studio Code 1.96.1 introduces a free tier of GitHub Copilot for individual users, offering limited access to AI-powered coding assistance. Users can ask coding questions, find bugs, edit multiple files, and even build custom extensions.
Previously exclusive to paid subscribers, the ChatGPT desktop app for Windows is now accessible to free users. Like its web and mobile counterparts, the app includes features such as ChatGPT search and voice mode. It is compatible with Windows 10 and 11.
The big picture: Apple has launched its answer to the generative AI models and features offered by the likes of OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. Although Apple Intelligence is now available to owners of compatible devices, many of its intended features are still slated for release in the coming months. Furthermore, leaked internal communications suggest that its capabilities currently fall significantly behind those of ChatGPT.