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OpenAI Teases Codex Hardware Device with Work Louder Macro Pad
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OpenAI and mechanical keyboard company Work Louder are collaborating on a hardware device for the AI-powered coding tool Codex, set for release on July 15. The teaser, posted on X by OpenAI Developers, shows a square-shaped macro pad with programmable keys, knobs, and possibly a joystick.
What is it?
The device appears to be a modified version of Work Louder's Creator Micro 2 macro pad, which features 13 mechanical switches, a joystick, and a touch sensor. Users will be able to map Codex shortcuts to physical buttons, aiming to improve efficiency through tactile feedback. This follows a similar partnership between Work Louder and Figma in 2023. Source: Gizmodo
What it isn't
This is not the rumored AI device OpenAI is developing with former Apple designer Jony Ive. The teaser clearly emphasizes Codex shortcut upgrades, not a standalone AI gadget. Source: The Verge
Key details:
- Launch date: July 15, 2024.
- Partnership with Work Louder, known for customizable macro pads.
- The device is expected to support pre-configured Codex shortcuts, with potential for user customization.
- OpenAI has not yet revealed pricing or full specifications. Source: The Verge
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2 quotesGizmodo↗
“OpenAI and the mechanical keyboard company Work Louder are up to something on July 15, according to a vaguepost from the OpenAI Developers X account: 'Your favorite Codex shortcuts are getting an upgrade. July 15th.'”
The Verge↗
“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 partnership with Work Louder, a company that sells an array of mechanical keyboards and macro pads with mappable keys, dials, and switches.”