OpenAI expands Codex capabilities beyond code with new plugins feature, catching up to competitors already offering similar functionality

OpenAI has launched a plugins feature that enables Codex to move beyond its original coding-focused purpose

Competitors have already been offering similar plugin or extension capabilities for some time

The advancement reflects the rapid pace of AI development and the expanding use cases for large language models

Plugins allow Codex to integrate with external tools and services, broadening its practical applications