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AI chat dock for Mac users

Create a persistent AI assistant that lives beside the Mac Dock for quick access. Serves power users who want constant AI access without window management.

Why now

As AI assistants become daily tools, users want faster access than browser tabs or separate apps.

Who for
Mac power users
Business model
Subscription model
Effort
A few weeks

Frequent AI users waste time switching between apps or browser tabs to access their assistant. A dock-side panel provides instant access without disrupting workflow.

Build a native Mac app that docks beside the system Dock and maintains conversation history. Include quick commands and customizable shortcuts.

Power users and professionals would pay a subscription for the productivity boost.

MVP would be a basic chat interface with persistent positioning. Later add features like command palettes and app-specific integrations.

Risk: Apple might restrict dock-adjacent positioning in future OS updates.

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