Codex Computer Control Feels More Like an Agent
taherdhanera · x · 2026-07-12
The author says they've been running a persistent task in ChatGPT Codex using the Sol Medium model, with overall performance "impressive," especially high instruction-following accuracy.
They highlight the computer control feature:
- Smooth interaction
- Understands task goals
- Reliable step execution
While some still worry about interface and interaction, the author believes this version is a significant improvement and feels like a "true AI agent."
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