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I recreated OpenAI's Codex Micro for a lot less - and mine is more customizable
The $230 Codex Micro sold out before I could buy one, so I turned my Stream Deck+ into a surprisingly capable alternative.
Editor's take
A tinkerer has developed a custom, programmable input device using a Stream Deck+ as a substitute for OpenAI's sold-out Codex Micro, achieving greater flexibility at a lower cost.
This development highlights a growing desire for tactile, specialized interfaces in an AI-driven world, especially as powerful models like OpenAI's GPT-4 and its predecessor Codex become integrated into workflows. The scarcity and premium pricing of dedicated hardware like the Codex Micro suggest a market gap for affordable, adaptable tools that bridge the gap between complex AI capabilities and practical user interaction.
Future developments to monitor include whether mainstream hardware manufacturers will offer more AI-specific programmable devices, or if open-source communities will continue to fill this niche with increasingly sophisticated DIY solutions, potentially pushing companies like Elgato to offer more AI-centric integrations.