OpenAI's ChatGPT Codex adds 'Computer Use' for Windows apps
Now control Windows apps remotely via iOS, Android, or Mac.
OpenAI has expanded its Codex app for ChatGPT with a new 'Computer Use on Windows' feature, first observed by Releasebot on May 30, 2026. This update allows eligible users to programmatically see, click, and type within Windows applications directly through the Codex interface, streamlining the testing and refinement of builds without manual intervention. The feature effectively turns Codex into a low-level automation tool for Windows desktops, similar to how AI agents interact with GUIs.
Beyond local Windows control, the release introduces remote continuation capabilities. Users can kick off tasks on their Windows machine and then check progress, steer work, or resume from iOS, Android, or Mac devices while away. This cross-device flexibility is paired with backend infrastructure improvements that boost overall responsiveness and in-app browser speed. OpenAI continues to position Codex as a practical developer tool that bridges AI reasoning and direct system interaction, reducing friction in iterative coding and debugging workflows.
- Codex can now see, click, and type within Windows applications for automated build testing.
- Remote continuation lets users monitor and steer Windows tasks from iOS, Android, or Mac devices.
- Infrastructure updates improve responsiveness and in-app browser speed as of May 30, 2026.
Why It Matters
Turns Windows into a remotely steerable AI dev sandbox, slashing manual build-test cycles.