AI Coding Agents Hit a Wall: Users Complain About Regression
altryne · x · 2026-08-14
Users are reporting severe bottlenecks when recently using Codex and Sol 5.6 (ultrahard mode). Tasks easily accomplished two weeks ago now take a frustratingly long time and frequently fail.
Specific issues include missed clicks during computer use, opening unnecessary windows, and even accidentally erasing an entire Substack draft when trying to insert a YouTube link. Developers are expressing deep frustration over this sudden regression in core capabilities.
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