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All the AI agents that can live in your text messages
Publisher description: We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
TechCrunch | Oct 3, 2026 | Lauren Forristal
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Powered by Hermes agent, Iris is designed to let users delegate tasks to an AI assistant directly through iMessage. It can keep track of calendars, emails, reminders, tasks, and other household details, then deliver relevant information to users through text. Rene is an AI personal assistant designed to be a user’s “best contact” rather than another productivity agent.
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