Claude Duet for iPhone

Claude Duet for iPhone Summary

Claude Duet for iPhone is a proactive AI assistant developed by Anthropic that helps professionals and small business owners manage tasks, monitor connected applications, and automate everyday workflows. Powered by Claude Opus 5.5, the application operates as an autonomous AI agent that can independently research information, prepare documents, coordinate schedules, and complete multi-step tasks. Unlike traditional chatbots that wait for users to initiate conversations, Claude Duet proactively identifies important information and provides updates when something requires attention. The application uses a cloud-based virtual computer and browser to continue working even when the iPhone is not in use. Claude Duet is available as a research preview for eligible US Claude Pro and Max subscribers through a waitlist.

AI assistant highlights

• Receive personalized morning briefings summarizing important emails, calendar events, and outstanding tasks.
• Delegate complex projects, including research, document creation, financial forecasts, dashboards, and business planning.
• Connect with more than 6,000 supported applications and integrations through the Claude ecosystem.
• Communicate with Claude Duet using text or voice messages in a persistent conversation.
• Automate workflows involving Gmail, Google Calendar, Slack, HubSpot, QuickBooks, Stripe, and other services.
• Review and approve sensitive actions before Claude Duet sends messages, makes purchases, signs documents, or deletes information.

Built for proactive AI assistance

Claude Duet is designed to work proactively rather than requiring users to initiate every interaction. The assistant reviews connected accounts at scheduled intervals, identifies important developments, and prepares summaries or recommended next steps. Users can receive morning briefings, learn about urgent messages, and review tasks that need decisions. The system attempts to distinguish between routine information and matters that genuinely require attention.

Autonomous task execution

Claude Duet operates through a dedicated cloud computer equipped with a browser and access to connected applications. Users can assign tasks through natural-language instructions, and the assistant determines which tools and steps are needed. It can prepare business reports, build dashboards, draft communications, research information, and coordinate administrative workflows. Tasks continue running in the cloud when the iPhone application is closed.

Business integrations and connected applications

Claude Duet supports thousands of connectors and plugins through the Claude ecosystem. Users can connect applications such as Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Slack, HubSpot, QuickBooks, Stripe, Shopify, and Docusign. These integrations allow the assistant to retrieve relevant information, draft customer communications, identify unpaid invoices, prepare agreements, and assist with other business processes. Available capabilities depend on the connected application and the permissions granted.

Persistent memory and personalized workflows

Claude Duet uses the memory, skills, and connected applications associated with an existing Claude account. This allows users to maintain continuity between conversations and avoid repeatedly explaining their preferences or business context. The application supports a persistent conversation thread and additional channels for organizing different topics. Users can provide instructions about which updates matter most and how frequently the assistant should contact them.

Privacy, security, and approval controls

Claude Duet incorporates approval mechanisms for consequential actions. Before sending an email, making a payment, signing a document, or deleting information, the assistant is designed to present the proposed action for user approval. Authentication credentials are handled separately from the AI model, and Anthropic applies additional safeguards against prompt injection and unintended disclosure of sensitive information. Users can manage and disconnect application integrations through their Claude account settings.

Pricing and availability

Claude Duet for iPhone is available through a limited research preview for Claude Pro and Max subscribers in the United States. Interested users must join the waitlist and receive an invitation before accessing the standalone iOS application. Claude Duet is included in eligible subscriptions without an additional research-preview fee, but its activity counts toward existing Claude usage limits. Background account checks and complex tasks also consume usage allowances. Team and Enterprise subscriptions are not currently supported.

Alternative to consider

• ChatGPT — an AI assistant for iPhone offering conversational AI, research, voice interaction, connected applications, and agent-based productivity features.