Perplexity Launches Personal Computer for Mac, Turning a Mac Mini Into an Always-On AI Agent

Summary

Perplexity launched Personal Computer to all Max subscribers on April 16, 2026. The product runs 24/7 on a user-supplied Mac mini with full access to local files, Gmail, Slack, GitHub, and more. It is an always-on AI agent that connects to files, cloud apps, and native Mac apps simultaneously. The $200/month price floor targets power-user and enterprise productivity workflows. Perplexity hit $450M ARR in early April 2026 after 50% month-over-month growth driven by the agentic shift, at a valuat