Google has started privately testing an early version of the Gemini app for macOS.
Testers who received access to the early version were informed that the app is still under development and does not yet include all the features.
One of the most notable features being tested is called Desktop Intelligence.
Google appears to be preparing a dedicated Gemini AI app for Apple’s Mac computers as the company looks to compete more aggressively with other AI chatbot platforms. According to Bloomberg, the company has started privately testing an early version of the Gemini app for macOS with users enrolled in its consumer beta testing program. Testers who received access to the early version were informed that the app is still under development and does not yet include all the features planned for the final release.
‘This is an early version of the Gemini for Mac app for your feedback and will have only critical features from the other clients but not all,’ the company told testers.
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Dedicated Mac apps are already available for rival services such as ChatGPT and Claude, which means Google is now working to ensure Gemini is also accessible for Mac users. Currently, people using Mac computers can access Gemini only through a web browser. A dedicated application could make the experience faster and more convenient, especially during everyday workflows.
As part of the testing, Google is reportedly asking participants to try a variety of features. These include generating images, videos, and music, creating tables and charts, solving mathematical problems, and analysing information. The app can also search the web for information and review past conversations. Additionally, it offers personalisation features and can analyse uploaded documents and other media files, as per the report.
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One of the most notable features being tested is called Desktop Intelligence. This feature could allow Gemini to interact with other apps on a Mac, such as the calendar, to gather relevant information and provide more personalised responses.
‘When you enable apps for Desktop Intelligence you are enabling Gemini to see what you see (such as screen context) and pull content directly from these apps to improve and personalise your experience only when Gemini is in use,’ a message in the app’s code reads. According to the report, the upcoming app is internally code-named Janus.
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