Silicon Valley's favorite fantasy is back: one app to rule them all

Tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI are developing AI-powered 'super apps' to consolidate multiple functions into a single platform. Google merged its AI Studio into its Gemini app, while Microsoft and OpenAI are integrating features into unified apps. The trend mirrors China's WeChat model and Elon Musk's X, aiming to create all-in-one services through AI advancements.