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30 articles about codex in AI news
Codex 'Locked Use' Feature Spotted on macOS
Codex may get locked-use mode on macOS, per screenshot. Enables background AI coding without screen.
Ollama Now Runs Codex Locally: DeepSeek V4, Gemma 4, Qwen 3.6 Supported
Ollama integrates Codex support for DeepSeek V4, Gemma 4, Qwen 3.6, enabling free local code generation, challenging OpenAI's API model.
Codex Hits ChatGPT Mobile App, Unlocks AI Coding on iOS/Android
Codex lands in ChatGPT mobile app. The code-generation tool was desktop-only since early 2025. First reported by @kimmonismus.
Codex 'Ultra-Fast' Mode Spotted in Leaked Screenshot
Leaked screenshot suggests OpenAI is adding an ultra-fast latency mode to Codex. No release date or pricing confirmed.
Codex Update Cuts GUI Workflow Latency 42%
Codex app update cuts GUI workflow latency 42%, enabling near-human-speed interface operation for autonomous app building and debugging.
GPT-5.5 + Codex Combines App Building, Browser Use, Image Gen
@intheworldofai claims GPT-5.5 + Codex is a super app better than Claude Code, with 7 capabilities including app building, debugging, browser use, and image generation.
Codex 'Chronicle' Research Preview Adds Memory for Daily Developer Context
A research preview of 'Chronicle' for Codex has been released. It enables the AI coding assistant to accumulate memories from a developer's daily workflow to improve context.
OpenAI Expands Codex into Desktop Agent with Vision & Memory
OpenAI has reportedly expanded its Codex model beyond code generation into a multimodal desktop agent that can see, click, type, and learn user habits. This signals a strategic move from an API tool into a proactive, personalized AI assistant.
Principal Engineer: Claude Code Rushes, Codex Deliberate; Guardrails Are Key
A senior engineer with 100 hours in Claude Code and 20 in Codex reports Claude often rushes to patch, while Codex is more deliberate. The real product is the guardrail system—docs and review loops—not the AI itself.
Expo Launches Codex Plugin for AI-Powered React Native Development
Expo launched a plugin integrating Codex into its React Native framework, allowing developers to generate code using AI prompts within their existing workflow.
OpenAI Codex Gains Screen Control, Long-Run Agents, and 90+ Plugins
OpenAI has upgraded Codex from a code-completion tool to an agentic macOS assistant that can see/click screens, run for weeks autonomously, and integrate with 90+ dev tools. This marks a strategic move into persistent, multi-modal coding agents.
OpenAI Codex Update Adds macOS Agent, Browser, Memory; 3M Weekly Users
OpenAI released a major Codex update featuring background macOS automation, an in-app browser, persistent memory, and 90+ plugins. With 3M weekly users and nearly half of usage now non-coding, Codex is being repositioned as a general work agent.
Cloudflare Agent Cloud Integrates OpenAI GPT-5.4 & Codex for Enterprise AI
Cloudflare has integrated OpenAI's GPT-5.4 and Codex models into its Agent Cloud platform. This allows enterprises to build, deploy, and scale AI agents for production workflows with built-in security and performance.
OpenAI Rebrands Mac Codex App as Unified AI 'Superapp' Platform
OpenAI is transforming its Mac Codex app into a unified AI platform dubbed a 'Superapp,' integrating chat, agent workflows, and multimodal capabilities into a single interface. This move signals a shift from a specialized coding tool to a broader, user-facing desktop AI application.
OpenAI Codex API Reset to Fast Mode Only, Ending Standard Tier
OpenAI reset its Codex API today, removing the 'standard' inference mode. The API now serves only the 'fast' mode, a significant change for developers using the code-generation model.
OpenAI Codex Weekly Users Hit 3M, Up 50% in Under a Month
Weekly active users of OpenAI's Codex have grown from 2 million to 3 million in under a month. This 50% surge indicates accelerating enterprise integration of AI-powered code generation.
Side-by-Side Code Reviews: How to Compare Claude Code vs. Codex Outputs for Better Results
Learn how to compare Claude Code and Codex outputs side-by-side to identify each model's strengths and choose the right tool for specific coding tasks.
Opus+Codex Crossover Point: Use Pure Opus Below 500 Lines, Switch Above 800
The 'plan with Opus, execute with Codex' workflow has a clear cost crossover at ~600 lines of code. For smaller tasks (<500 LOC), stick with pure Claude Code.
OpenAI Codex Now Translates C++, CUDA, and Python to Swift and Python for CoreML Model Conversion
OpenAI's Codex AI code generator is now being used to automatically rewrite C++, CUDA, and Python code into Swift and Python specifically for CoreML model conversion, a previously manual and error-prone process for Apple ecosystem deployment.
OpenAI Unbundles Codex API, Launches Metered Pilot with Usage-Based Pricing
OpenAI has unbundled its Codex code-generation model from ChatGPT Business, making it available as a standalone, usage-metered product. This allows teams to pilot Codex without purchasing full ChatGPT seats and ties costs directly to coding output.
Open-Source 'Codex CLI' Emerges as Free Alternative to OpenAI's Tools, Claims 30-Agent Architecture
An open-source project called 'Codex CLI' has been released, offering a free command-line interface that its creators claim outperforms OpenAI's offerings by coordinating 30 specialized AI agents for coding tasks.
Sam Altman Envisions Codex Desktop Evolving into Unified AI Agent Controlling Computers
Sam Altman discussed the Codex Desktop ecosystem evolving toward a unified AI agent that can control computers, access user data, and work across multiple surfaces. This vision points toward AI systems moving beyond code generation to become proactive, cross-platform assistants.
Alleged OpenAI Codex Codebase Leak Circulates on X, Unverified
An unverified claim of a full OpenAI Codex codebase leak is circulating on social media. No official confirmation or source code has been substantiated, leaving the report in question.
OpenAI Announces 'AI Superapp' Vision, Aiming to Consolidate ChatGPT, Codex, and Browsing into a Single Platform
OpenAI announced a vision for an 'AI superapp,' moving from separate tools like ChatGPT and Codex to a unified platform. The strategic goal is to leverage consumer scale to achieve enterprise dominance and become core AI infrastructure.
Botference: A TUI for Multi-Model Project Planning with Claude Code and Codex
A new terminal app lets you run a planning 'council' with Claude Code and Codex simultaneously, producing an implementation-plan.md to kickstart your workflow.
OpenAI Publishes Codex Use-Case Gallery with Practical Examples for Developers
OpenAI has released a public gallery of practical examples demonstrating how to use its Codex model for real-world programming tasks. The resource provides concrete prompts and outputs for developers building with the API.
OpenAI Expands Codex Plugin Ecosystem to Slack, Figma, Notion, and Gmail
OpenAI has rolled out new plugins connecting its Codex model to productivity tools like Slack, Figma, Notion, and Gmail, moving code generation beyond the IDE into broader workflows.
Codex-Review Plugin: The Structured Workflow for Claude-Codex Collaboration
A new Claude Code plugin adds five simple commands to create a repeatable, artifact-driven review loop between Claude and OpenAI's Codex, preventing plan drift and lost context.
OpenAI's Codex Upgrade Targets Workflow Automation: What Claude Code Users Should Know
OpenAI is upgrading Codex to automate developer workflows, directly competing with Claude Code's core automation features.
RSES CLI: Hand Off Coding Sessions Between Claude Code, Codex, and OpenCode in One Command
RSES CLI lets you seamlessly transfer active coding sessions between Claude Code, Codex CLI, and OpenCode with a single command, preserving context and task history.