A screen-aware macOS AI assistant that answers questions about your screen content aloud.
Product memo
Buddy provides voice-based answers and explanations about on-screen content for macOS users. It integrates directly with the macOS display and cursor, offering a 'friend next to you' experience instead of a detached chat window. This approach makes AI assistance feel more natural and contextual, embedding it directly into the user's workflow.
For who
macOS users needing screen-aware AI assistance
Solves what
Provides voice-based answers and explanations about on-screen content.
- Screen-aware AI assistant
- Push-to-talk voice commands
- Draggable cursor companion
In their own words
Your screen-aware macOS buddy
Answers out loud — warm, natural, and right next to your cursor.
Commercial cues
Model
hybrid
Free tier
No
Trial
No
Pricing Strategy
- • A hosted plan with daily limits lets users test the AI assistant.
- • The one-time BYOK option removes recurring costs for power users.
Operator context
Operating setup
Founded
May 2026
Platform
Desktop
Audience
General
Social footprint
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Pre Revenue
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
About Buddy Expand
Buddy offers macOS users a screen-aware AI assistant that delivers voice-based answers and explanations directly from their display. It integrates tightly with the operating system, allowing the AI to understand and respond to what's visible on screen.
This as a 'cursor companion' aims to make AI assistance feel more natural and less intrusive than traditional chat interfaces. Users can choose between a hosted plan with a monthly subscription or a one-time purchase for those who prefer to bring their own API key, catering to different usage patterns and preferences.