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About Cortex
Cortex groups 1,000 Mac processes into the apps you run, keeps 30 days of history, and shows what your Neural Engine and local AI models are doing.
Best for: Mac users who want a detailed yet simplified view of their system processes, particularly those utilizing Apple Silicon and local AI models.
When to look for an alternative
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Users seeking a subscription-based service or those who require extensive integrations with other applications.
Known limitation:
Limited integration options with other tools or services (AI-inferred; may be outdated. Founders can correct this)
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