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Proto-Mind

Proto-Mind is a native macOS application that creates a unified workspace for AI interactions, combining conversations, web browsing, file management, and voice contro…

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Our verdict

Who it's for

Unified AI workspace for macOS.

Who should look elsewhere

Early beta with rough edges: missing Apple notarization and second-Mac support

Pros

  • +All data stays on your Mac for privacy; no mandatory cloud processing
  • +Flexible model support allows use of free local models or your own API subscriptions
  • +Voice and parallel tasks reduce friction by letting you work while AI processes

Cons

  • −Early beta with rough edges: missing Apple notarization and second-Mac support
  • −Requires macOS 14+ and Apple Silicon; voice control needs a separate API key

Key features

  • ✓Floating workspace that folds into a cube to reclaim screen space
  • ✓Parallel task execution with detachable companion windows
  • ✓Live voice control for opening projects, sending tasks, and making corrections
  • ✓Project memory that stores preferences, decisions, and notes across sessions
  • ✓Model flexibility: ChatGPT (Codex), supported APIs, or local Ollama models
  • ✓Explicit Mac access for file and command operations (opt-in)

Pricing

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