ToolsThe story, in brief
Codex for (almost) everything
OpenAI's Codex just got computer use, in-app browsing, and image generation. Developers can now automate entire workflows without leaving the IDE.
The KeyNews take
Why it matters
OpenAI is consolidating developer tools into a single agent-capable interface. This move signals a shift from chat-as-interface to autonomous workflow automation for code-first users—directly competing with Cursor and JetBrains on the build-tool moat.
The key facts
5 to knowCodex app updated with computer use capability
New features: in-app browsing, image generation, memory, plugins
Available on macOS and Windows
Targets developer workflow acceleration
Published April 16, 2026
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OpenAI Blogopenai.com
Publisher excerpt: The updated Codex app for macOS and Windows adds computer use, in-app browsing, image generation, memory, and plugins to accelerate developer workflows.