The Vergecast · Tuesday, September 29, 2026
OpenAI has announced its new AI assistant, named "Dots," at its Dev Day event. Described as a "Mem competitor," Dots is an always-on AI assistant designed to perform various tasks across connected applications while learning user preferences over time. It will be powered by GPT-6 Astra and integrated into platforms like Microsoft Teams and Slack.
“Today, OpenAI Dev Day, one of the biggest events of the year for the company.”
“And it kicked it off by announcing Dots.”
“A Mameuse competitor.”
“OpenAI says that Dots is an always on AI assistant that can do nearly anything across connected apps in the background while learning your preferences over time.”
“Dots is powered by GPT6 Astra and lives at a cloud computer which gives it access to a web browser and over 4,000 supported apps.”