Apr 16
New Codex features include the ability to use your computer in the background
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OpenAI has released an updated version of its Codex desktop application featuring background computer use capabilities. The update allows the agent to perform tasks, click, and type on a user's computer without interfering with active work, while also adding scheduling and an in-app web browser.
Why it matters
Background execution signals a shift from reactive chatbots to autonomous agents capable of complex, asynchronous task management.
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