Anthropic has released Claude Cowork on mobile and web for Max subscribers, marking a significant expansion of its AI agent platform. Previously confined to desktop applications for macOS and Windows, the tool now reaches iOS, Android, and browsers. Users can begin tasks on one device, monitor progress on another, and retrieve results later, even with the original device closed.
The move extends Cowork beyond its coding-heavy roots. According to ZDNet, new data indicates that 90% of Cowork sessions are not for coding or software development, suggesting a broader enterprise and consumer adoption. By shifting sessions to run in the cloud by default, Anthropic enables seamless cross-device continuity, a feature likely to boost usage among knowledge workers.
The rollout begins with Max subscribers, with broader access promised in the coming weeks for other Claude users. However, Anthropic cautions that the full Cowork experience, including local file access, remains on desktop. The company has not disclosed pricing details for the expanded tiers or how cloud execution will affect usage limits.
The expansion positions Claude Cowork against competitors like OpenAI's initiatives and Microsoft's Copilot. Analysts expect the cloud-based, multi-device approach to accelerate integration into workflows. Yet the real test lies in whether non-coding users will sustain engagement, as the platform's reputation remains tied to developer tools.
A separate report on Hacker News alleges Anthropic directly deletes code via a tracker in Claude Code. The claim, shared by an advocacy outlet, has not been independently verified and was not corroborated by TechCrunch, ZDNet, or The Verge.