The article describes an experiment using Vy a new AI-powered tool from Vercept that can control a PC or Mac by manipulating the mouse and keyboard to perform tasks you ask it to do. Vy works by taking repeated screenshots of your desktop, analyzing what’s on screen, and then simulating human actions rather than relying on website structure or APIs. In practice it can automate things like spreadsheet work, web-data gathering, or document tasks. But the results were mixed: many tasks the author tried were slower or more frustrating than doing them manually, and Vy often misunderstood instructions or required lots of fine-tuning. There are also privacy concerns; every screenshot Vy takes could include sensitive data, and Vercept hasn’t clearly published long-term data-retention policies. Overall the article suggests Vy shows promise, but currently the trade-offs in speed, reliability, and privacy mean it’s not yet ready to replace manual control of your computer.
