OpenAI to Launch Codex-Linked Hardware Device with Work Louder on July 15

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OpenAI has teased a new hardware device tied to its AI-powered coding tool, Codex, set to launch on July 15th. The company shared a short video on X showing a square-shaped device featuring multiple buttons. The device is being released in partnership with Work Louder, a company known for making mechanical keyboards and programmable macro pads. OpenAI described the product as an upgrade to Codex shortcuts, suggesting it will offer hardware-based controls for the coding tool. This is separate from the AI consumer device OpenAI is reportedly developing with former Apple designer Jony Ive.

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