Windsurf Is Now Devin Desktop: What It Actually Costs
Windsurf became Devin Desktop on June 2, 2026, pricing unchanged. Cascade retires today. The real cost shift is what got bundled into the same $20 plan.
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Windsurf became Devin Desktop on June 2, 2026, pricing unchanged. Cascade retires today. The real cost shift is what got bundled into the same $20 plan.
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