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Codex Micro Launched as a Dedicated Controller for OpenAI Codex Power Users: Price, Features

4:42 PM IST · July 16, 2026

OpenAI has launched the Codex Micro in global markets. The new keyboard, developed in association with keyboard maker Work Louder, is designed to work with the company's AI coding assistant Codex. It can be used to switch between agents and start new chats instantly. The Codex Micro includes a joystick for navigation and a rotary dial for adjusting the agent's reasoning level. It offers Codex integration and lets users remap commands, adjust layouts, and more, without requiring additional software downloads. The latest hardware device by OpenAI is designed for developers working with agentic workflows.

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