OpenAI updating ChatGPT with a smarter GPT-5.6 Sol and unlimited free chats
ChatGPT has become so much more than just chat over the last year. To that end, OpenAI is removing limits on text chat. ChatGPT will also improve with a smarter version of GPT-5.6 Sol. Details below.
OpenAI has announced significant updates to ChatGPT, including the removal of limits on text chat and the introduction of a smarter version of GPT-5.6 Sol specifically tailored for everyday conversations. This update aims to provide more focused answers, adjust the level of detail based on the question, and avoid unnecessary formatting.
For users with Plus or Pro subscriptions, a new slider will allow them to control the amount of thought the model puts into its responses, ranging from quick answers to more in-depth reasoning. Additionally, free users will now have unlimited text chats using GPT-5.6 Luna, with a new "Think" button for more complex queries. This move comes as Apple prepares to launch Siri AI with iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate, potentially putting ChatGPT ahead in terms of text-based chat capabilities. Notably, Apple's Siri AI will require a paid iCloud+ account for heavy usage.
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