Smartphone keyboard: Acti injects customizable AI agents

Acti, a rather bold startup, decided the future of AI is right under our thumbs, on the smartphone keyboard. They've launched a new keyboard for iOS and Android that integrates AI agents, turning a simple typing tool into a command center.

Until now, keyboards mostly did their basic duty: autocorrect, suggestions, and not much else. But Acti took it seriously, figuring if AI is to be useful, it needs to be where we are-typing. On June 30, 2026, Acti officially unveiled this innovation, betting big on its potential.

The magic lies in customizable shortcuts. You type a phrase, like "summarize this text," and Acti's AI gets to work. No need to switch apps or copy-paste; everything happens right there as you're typing.

Imagine being in WhatsApp and wanting to translate a message on the fly, or in an email asking to rephrase a sentence more formally. With Acti, you can create these custom 'actions' using everyday language. It's like having a tiny genie in a bottle, but without any rubbing required.

This means AI is no longer confined to separate chats or dedicated apps. Acti developed this feature to work cross-platform, across any application that uses the keyboard. Say goodbye to the frustrating "copy-paste-open another app-paste-copy-paste-go back" routine.