October 22, 2024: Anthropics New AI Model Navigates Desktops - Anthropics upgraded Claude 3.5 Sonnet can interact with desktop applications, automating tasks by emulating keystrokes and mouse actions through a Computer Use API. Currently in beta, the model outperforms competitors in coding tasks but struggles with basic functions like scrolling. Despite concerns about potential misuse, Anthropic believes in the benefits of real-world testing and has implemented safety measures. The company is also releasing Claude 3.5 Haiku, a cost-effective model with enhanced performance for handling large data volumes.
