Running a 30B Local Model to Operate macOS Apps Offline Yields Surprising Results
GabGarrett · x · 2026-08-11
A developer successfully ran Meta's Muse Glimmer 30B model locally, using Cua Driver to operate macOS Notes and Reminders completely offline. The test demonstrates that even a 30-billion-parameter local model can deliver surprising usability for computer use agents.
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