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OpenAI Codex Now Accessible via ChatGPT Mobile App
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Why it matters
- →Codex integration with ChatGPT mobile app enhances user accessibility and convenience.
- →This move positions OpenAI to better compete with rivals like Anthropic.
- →It represents a step towards creating a seamless desktop 'superapp' experience.
OpenAI has made its Codex AI tool available through the ChatGPT mobile app, enabling users to control desktop applications from their smartphones. This integration allows users to manage tasks and review outputs on their computers via their iOS or Android devices. The feature is part of OpenAI's strategy to enhance its enterprise offerings and compete with rivals like Anthropic. The rollout is available as a preview for all ChatGPT plans, including the free and Go plans, marking a step towards a more integrated desktop and mobile experience.
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How we got here
- 1OpenAI Updates Codex with Superapp Features
The Rundown AI · April 17, 2026 · Same story
- 2OpenAI Codex Introduces New Features
The AI Daily Brief · April 18, 2026 · Related
- 3OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Images 2.0
The Rundown AI · April 22, 2026 · Related
- 4OpenAI's GPT-5.5 Powers NVIDIA's Codex Application
NVIDIA Blog · April 23, 2026 · Related
- 5OpenAI Introduces Advanced Security for ChatGPT Accounts
WIRED AI · April 30, 2026 · Related
- 6OpenAI launches GPT-5.5 Instant for ChatGPT
TechCrunch AI · May 5, 2026 · Related
- 7OpenAI Enhances Codex Security Measures
OpenAI · May 8, 2026 · Related
- 8OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.5 Instant for ChatGPT
The AI Advantage · May 8, 2026 · Related
What happened next
- 9OpenAI Aims to Transform ChatGPT into a Super App
WIRED AI · June 11, 2026 · Same story
- 10OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.6 and ChatGPT Work App
The AI Advantage · July 10, 2026 · Same story
- 11OpenAI Launches 'Super App' Combining Key Tools
Matt Wolfe · July 11, 2026 · Same story
- 12OpenAI Launches New Integrated ChatGPT App
Matt Wolfe · July 15, 2026 · Same story
- 13OpenAI Launches ChatGPT App for Linux
TechCrunch AI · August 11, 2026 · Same story
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- May 14 · OpenAI
Codex Now Accessible via ChatGPT Mobile App - May 14 · The Verge AI
OpenAI Codex Now Accessible via ChatGPT Mobile App (This article) - May 14 · TechCrunch AI
OpenAI's Codex Now Available on Mobile - May 15 · The Rundown AI
OpenAI Codex Goes Mobile in ChatGPT App - May 18 · Matt Wolfe
OpenAI Launches Codex for Mobile Devices - May 18 · The AI Daily Brief
Codex Integration Enhances ChatGPT Mobile↳ ChatGPT mobile now features persistent agent workflows with a shift toward human review.
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