Cline v3.26.6: Three Ways to Code for Free
Cline v3.26.6 adds three free AI coding paths: xAI's Grok Code Fast for speed, local models for privacy, and Qwen Code for 2,000 daily requests. Pick the option that fits your workflow.
AI Dev Stack
Cline + LM Studio: Run AI Coding Offline Locally
Cline now runs fully offline with LM Studio and Qwen3 Coder 30B. No API costs, no internet, no data leaving your machine. Setup takes minutes.
Kimi K2-0905 Now Live in Cline: 256K Context, Better Tools
Moonshot's Kimi K2-0905 is live in Cline with 256k context, 95% tool reliability, and faster inference. Available via Groq, Fireworks, OpenRouter, and more.
Windsurf Wave 12: DeepWiki, Vibe, Dev Containers
Wave 12 brings DeepWiki for codebase indexing, Vibe and Replace for intent-driven refactoring, and Dev Containers support for reproducible environments.
Aider v0.86.0: GPT-5 and Grok-4 Support
Aider v0.86.0 adds GPT-5 and Grok-4 support, improves command UX with better /clear and /undo output, and fixes model settings conflicts.
Windsurf Wave 11: Browser Tools, Voice Mode, Checkpoints
Windsurf Wave 11 brings browser tools, voice coding, and checkpoints. Keep shipping with better workflows and hands-free development.
Windsurf Acquired by Cognition: What Changes
Cognition acquired Windsurf. The AI code editor stays independent with no changes to pricing, features, or roadmap. Here's what developers need to know.