Anthropic releases
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Tracking 125 Anthropic releases · Updated
- Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Anthropic SDK Python v0.96.0 adds Claude 4 Opus and user profiles
Anthropic has released version 0.96.0 of its Python SDK, introducing support for the Claude 4 Opus model. This update also includes token budget management and user profile capabilities, enhancing the fine-grained control available to developers integrating Anthropic's AI models. The release is available now for all users of the SDK.
feature patch - Claude Release Notes aigaengineer ·
Claude Opus 4.7 Generally Available
Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.7 model is now generally available, offering enhanced capabilities in software engineering and complex coding tasks. It also features improved vision for higher resolution image analysis. This update is relevant for developers and users working with advanced AI coding and visual processing.
feature announcement - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaideprecationengineer ·
Anthropic SDK Python v0.95.0 deprecates Sonnet and Opus 4
Anthropic's Python SDK has released version 0.95.0, marking Sonnet and Opus 4 models as deprecated. This change affects developers using these specific models and signals a shift towards newer model versions within the Anthropic ecosystem. The update also includes an authentication header adjustment for the Bedrock client. This release is now generally available.
feature - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineermedia ·
Anthropic SDK for Python 0.94.1 fixes streaming event bug
Anthropic's Python SDK has been updated to version 0.94.1, addressing a bug where certain streaming events were not being emitted. This patch ensures more reliable and complete data delivery for users leveraging streaming capabilities in the SDK. The fix is now available for all users of the Python SDK.
patch - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaipreviewengineer ·
Anthropic SDK for Python 0.93.0 adds beta advisor tool
Anthropic released version 0.93.0 of its Python SDK, introducing a beta advisor tool. This new feature allows developers to leverage enhanced advisory capabilities within their applications. The update is available now for developers using the Python SDK and is marked as a beta feature.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic Claude adds role-based access controls for Enterprise
Anthropic Claude now offers role-based access controls (RBAC) for Enterprise plans, allowing admins to organize users into groups and assign custom roles for capability management. This feature enables granular control over Claude features, such as Claude Cowork, based on team or department needs, facilitating controlled adoption. Setup involves managing permissions, group spend limits, and custom roles for specific teams.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aigaengineer ·
Claude Cowork now generally available on desktop
Claude Cowork is now generally available for macOS and Windows via the Claude Desktop app. This release expands functionality with new capabilities in the Analytics API for engagement and adoption data, usage analytics for Team and Enterprise plans, and OpenTelemetry support for monitoring activity. These updates are available now and cater to users of Claude Enterprise.
feature announcement - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Anthropic SDK Python v0.92.0 Adds Claude Managed Agents Support
The Anthropic SDK for Python has been updated to version 0.92.0, introducing support for Claude Managed Agents. This new feature allows developers to leverage enhanced agent capabilities within their applications. The update is available now for users of the Python SDK.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude mobile app gains interactive app integration
The Claude mobile app now supports fully interactive applications, allowing users to engage with live charts, diagrams, and shareable assets directly within conversations. This enhancement provides a more dynamic and visually rich user experience for mobile users. The feature is available now for iOS and Android users.
feature - Claude Release Notes aipreviewengineer ·
Claude Code gains computer use capabilities for Pro/Max users
Anthropic is previewing a new "computer use" capability for Claude Code on Pro and Max plans, allowing it to interact with a user's computer to perform tasks. This feature enhances Claude's ability to act on user requests, especially within the Cowork environment and with Dispatch, by enabling it to run dev tools and navigate the UI. This functionality is available as a preview, requiring a Pro or Max subscription to access.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude generates custom charts and diagrams
Claude now generates custom charts, diagrams, and other visualizations directly within its chat responses. This feature allows users to create visual representations of data or concepts interactively. More details are available in the "Custom visuals in chat" documentation.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude add-ins for Excel and PowerPoint gain cross-application context
Anthropic has enhanced its Claude add-ins for Excel and PowerPoint, enabling them to share full conversation context across both applications. This update also introduces support for skills and allows users of Amazon Bedrock, Google Cloud Vertex AI, or Microsoft Foundry to connect via an LLM gateway. These improvements aim to provide a more integrated and powerful user experience by allowing actions in one application to be informed by interactions in the other. The update is available for users leveraging these existing integrations.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Cowork adds scheduled tasks, Claude Desktop adds customization
Cowork now supports creating and scheduling recurring and on-demand tasks, enhancing workflow automation. Concurrently, Claude Desktop introduces a new 'Customize' section to centralize skills, plugins, and connectors. These updates aim to improve user productivity and streamline access to integrated tools. Further details on scheduling tasks are available in the linked documentation.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Cowork Plugins Marketplace and Admin Controls Launched
Anthropic has launched a new plugin marketplace and admin controls for its Cowork platform on Team and Enterprise plans. This feature allows organizations to manage and utilize plugins, enhancing productivity and workflow customization. More details are available in the provided management and usage articles.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic Analytics API for Enterprise plans
Anthropic has launched an Enterprise Analytics API providing programmatic access to Claude and Claude Code Remote usage data aggregated per organization per day. This API allows organizations to gain insights into their usage patterns and is available for Enterprise plans. Each endpoint returns a snapshot for a single specified date.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic offers self-serve Enterprise plans
Anthropic has launched self-serve Enterprise plans, removing the need for a Sales conversation to purchase. This change allows any organization to directly buy an Enterprise plan on their website. The plans include access to Claude, Claude Code, and Cowork, with further details available in their blog post.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude for Excel Adds Opus 4.6, Native Operation Support
Claude for Excel has been updated to leverage the Opus 4.6 model and now supports native Excel operations like pivot table editing and conditional formatting. These enhancements allow users to interact with and modify spreadsheet features directly through Claude. This update is relevant for users who utilize Claude for Excel for spreadsheet analysis and manipulation.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineerhealthcare ·
Claude Mobile Adds Health and Fitness Data Analysis
Claude can now read and analyze health and fitness data directly on iOS and Android mobile devices, offering insights and visualizations through native charts. This feature is available for Pro and Max plan users, currently limited to the US. Android users require Health Connect and Android 14 or later.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aipreviewengineer ·
Claude Desktop Cowork research preview on macOS
Anthropic is releasing Cowork, a new research preview feature for Claude Desktop on macOS. This feature allows Claude to access local files and integrate with MCP, running in an isolated local VM to enhance knowledge work beyond coding. It is currently available for users with Max plans as a preview.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aipreviewengineer ·
Claude in Chrome Beta for Paid Plans
Claude in Chrome is now in beta for paid plan subscribers, offering new capabilities for developers and teams. This integration allows code building and testing directly within the browser, enhanced debugging with console log access, and workflow automation. It also introduces new administrative controls for managing the extension across organizations.
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