OpenAI is now allowing users to execute coding tasks directly from their phones by integrating Codex into the ChatGPT mobile app on both iOS and Android platforms.
Codex Integration Details
The integration enables users to command Codex on their desktops through the ChatGPT app on their smartphones. According to OpenAI, users can manage threads, review outputs, approve commands, change models, or start new tasks directly from their phones. The data, files, and credentials remain on the user's primary machine, while updates such as screenshots and test results are relayed back to the phone in real-time.
Competition and Strategic Moves
This move comes as a response to the increasing popularity of Anthropic’s Claude Code. To focus on its core offerings, OpenAI has cut back on projects like the Sora video-generation tool. The company has also made strides in expanding its enterprise business. Recent updates to Codex include its ability to operate applications on macOS, which supports OpenAI's ambition to create a desktop 'superapp'.
Availability and Plans
The new feature is currently rolling out as a preview for all ChatGPT plans, including both the free and the more affordable Go plan. OpenAI's strategic focus on streamlining its services and enhancing user experience is evident in this latest update.
OpenAI's decision to integrate Codex into the ChatGPT app highlights its commitment to providing versatile and accessible coding solutions to its users. As competition in the AI coding space intensifies, this move could position OpenAI favorably among developers and tech enthusiasts.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/930763/openai-codex-chatgpt-ios-android-app-preview
