OpenAI teases Codex-branded hardware collaboration coming, here's what to expect
OpenAI says the device will upgrade Codex shortcuts with a small desktop control pad made with mechanical keyboard maker Work Louder.
- On Monday, the OpenAI Developers account teased a new Codex-branded input device developed with Canadian-Italian company Work Louder, launching July 15.
- This project is distinct from the mysterious AI-powered device OpenAI is creating with former Apple designer Jony Ive, acquired through a $6.4 billion deal in May.
- The teaser reveals a device resembling the Work Louder Creator Micro 2 macro pad, equipped with 13 mechanical switches and displaying 'OpenAI 2026' branding.
- OpenAI staffer Dominik Kundel told AI Engineer World's Fair attendees they could "catch a peek" of the device, prompting attendees to share photos online.
- While OpenAI remains primarily a software company, the firm continues expanding hardware experiments following hints from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about future ambitions.
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OpenAI teases a new device for vibe coders that looks like a mini keyboard
OpenAI teased a new product, engineered by Work Louder.Work LouderOpenAI teased a new piece of hardware for its AI coding tool, Codex.The product is a collaboration with Work Louder, a Montreal-based keyboards and accessories company.The teaser listed the date of July 15. Attendees of the AI Engineer World's Fair got an early look.OpenAI teased a new hardware product — but it isn't the hotly anticipated personal AI device Jony Ive has been cooki…
OpenAI is teasing new hardware… for Codex
OpenAI is releasing some sort of device related to its AI-powered coding tool, Codex, on July 15th. In a video posted to X on Monday, OpenAI shows a square-shaped device with several buttons, alongside the caption, "Your favorite Codex shortcuts are getting an upgrade." This isn't the mysterious AI-powered device OpenAI is working on with former Apple designer Jony Ive, however. As shown in the teaser, OpenAI is launching the device in partnersh…
OpenAI has posted a video on X showing a device related to its AI agent "Codex." The post includes the date "July 15th" and the text "Your favorite Codex shortcuts will be upgraded," suggesting that some additional information will be announced on July 15, 2026.
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