OpenAI launches ChatGPT Images 2.6 with GIFs and 50% faster GPT-Image-2.6 API models
OpenAI announced Images 2.6, which the supplied text says brings faster image generation, GIF creation, more precise editing, and new API controls across ChatGPT, Codex, and the API.
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OpenAI announced Images 2.6 with faster image generation.
Source: OpenAI ↗Stored source-based brief · key point 1 · AINewsIQ paraphraseThe update adds GIF creation and more precise editing.
Source: OpenAI ↗Stored source-based brief · key point 2 · AINewsIQ paraphraseNew API controls are offered across ChatGPT, Codex, and the API.
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OpenAI official X post and product page introduce Images 2.6 in ChatGPT/Codex/API with GIF generation plus Flare and Sunburst API models claimed 50% faster. HN discussion topped 300 points within hours.
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