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… That's why it's a little surprising that OpenAI, Anthropic’s biggest rival, is slowly rolling out its latest and most powerful GPT models. Yes, the GPT-5.6 series of models is here, but not for everyone. …
Earlier this week, OpenAI announced via release notes that it has updated its most widely used AI model: GPT-5.5 Instant. According to the company, GPT-5.5 Instant should now be better at understanding the underlying intent of a question and keeping track of context across multiple messages. …
… GPT-5.5 is currently rolling out to paying ChatGPT users, which includes those on Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise plans.
… Let GPT-5.5 decide how to get there. Here's an example of a well-optimized, outcome-oriented prompt for GPT-5.5, according to OpenAI: Resolve the customer's issue end to end. …
… When you're using GPT-5.4 Thinking through ChatGPT—that is, the ChatGPT desktop app or web interface—the LLM is still confined to its chatbox and its various ChatGPT integrations, such as for Google Drive, Spotify, Adobe Photoshop, and others. …
… Well, it turns out that OpenAI’s latest GPT models, all the way up to the most recent GPT-5.5 flagship, have displayed a clear habit for sprinkling in goblins and other creatures into its replies, both in ChatGPT and the Codex app, OpenAI explained in a blog post. …
… Available now for all ChatGPT users—I haven't seen it on my account yet, so it must still be rolling out—GPT-5.5 Instant is now the default ChatGPT model, replacing GPT 5.3 Instant. …
… For starters, GPT 5.3-instant is less likely to get preachy and moralistic, according to ChatGPT maker OpenAI. …
… Whatever the reason, now is a good time for ChatGPT and Claude subscribers to reap the benefits of the relaxed usage limits, particularly when it comes to GPT-5.6 and Fable. …
… Personally, I’ve yet to see GPT-5.6 Sol appear via my ChatGPT Plus plan; reached for comment, an OpenAI spokesperson said GPT-5.6 will have a "gradual rollout over the next 24 hours." Again, there’s a lot to unpack with the new ChatGPT, along with a lot more questions. …
