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The traditional app-based user interface is being collapsed into a single conversational agent. This transition occurs because "talking is faster than tapping," rendering task-oriented apps less relevant.

Impact: Significant disruption for SaaS companies that rely on high-frequency user interaction for simple task completion.

— from The Agentic Shift: From App Grids to Lean AI Enterprises · a16z Podcast· Apr 06, 2026