OpenAI's Codex gains background task, browser features

OpenAI has released a new version of its Codex desktop application, introducing significant enhancements including background task execution and an integrated web browser. Users can now perform tasks on their PC without interrupting current activities, with multiple agents capable of parallel operation. The update also allows Codex to schedule future tasks and provides an in-app browser for visual feedback and annotation, streamlining web development workflows. These additions, alongside expanded plugin support and image generation capabilities, signal OpenAI's progression towards a unified "super app".