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OpenAI Launches Codex Micro Hardware
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Why it matters
- →OpenAI's entry into hardware signifies a new direction for the company beyond software.
- →The Codex Micro provides a physical interface for managing AI coding tasks, enhancing user interaction.
- →This collaboration with Work Louder highlights the potential for AI tools to integrate with specialized hardware.
OpenAI has introduced its first hardware product, the Codex Micro, developed in partnership with Work Louder. This device is tailored for users of OpenAI's Codex platform, featuring 13 mechanical switches, a joystick, and a dial to manage coding tasks. The Codex Micro is priced at $230 and is available in limited quantities. This release marks OpenAI's initial foray into hardware, distinct from its rumored smart speaker project with Jony Ive.
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