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New Codex features include the ability to use your computer in the background - Ars Technica

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OpenAI's Codex Desktop can run your computer now - and has its own browser - ZDNET.

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OpenAI's Codex Mac app adds three key features that go beyond agentic coding - 9to5Mac.

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OpenAI's Codex Mac app adds three key features that go beyond agentic coding 9to5MacCodex for (almost) everything OpenAIOpenAI's big Codex update is a direct shot at Claude Code The VergeNew Codex features include the ability to use your computer in the background Ars TechnicaOpenAI takes aim at Anthropic with beefed-up Codex that gives it more power over your desktop TechCrunch

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OpenAI takes aim at Anthropic with beefed-up Codex that gives it more power over your desktop TechCrunchCodex for (almost) everything OpenAINew Codex features include the ability to use your computer in the background Ars TechnicaOpenAI's big Codex update is a direct shot at Claude Code The VergeOpenAI's latest Codex update builds the groundwork for its upcoming super app Engadget

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New Codex features include the ability to use your computer in the background Ars TechnicaCodex for (almost) everything OpenAIOpenAI's big Codex update is a direct shot at Claude Code theverge.comOpenAI's latest Codex update builds the groundwork for its upcoming super app EngadgetOpenAI takes aim at Anthropic with beefed-up Codex that gives it more power over your desktop TechCrunch

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**SUMMARY:** New features of OpenAI's Codex include the ability to run your computer in the background, enhancing its utility for multitasking and productivity. **WHY IT MATTERS:** This update highlights Codex's capabilities beyond just text generation, making it more versatile and useful for various tasks.

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