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August 11, 2026 · TechCrunch

OpenAI launches a native ChatGPT desktop app for Linux

OpenAI released a dedicated ChatGPT desktop application for Linux, following earlier desktop releases for macOS and Windows.

Why it matters: Linux support fills a long-standing gap for developers and technical users who make up a disproportionate share of AI power users, bringing ChatGPT's desktop feature set to parity across all three major operating systems.

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