88Z AI, 5 November — OpenAI has released GPT Images 2.6, integrated into ChatGPT, Codex, and its API, with image generation speeds improved by approximately 50%. The API offers Flare and Sunburst modes, focusing on fast low-resolution output and medium-to-high resolution consistency respectively, while adding GIF animation generation capabilities.
At a glance
- GPT Images 2.6 improves generation speed by about 50%, offering Flare for speed and Sunburst for consistency via API.
- New GIF animation support allows converting static images or sketches into looping dynamic content.
The update
OpenAI has officially launched GPT Images 2.6, a new generation image generation and editing model, which is now available on ChatGPT, Codex, and via developer API. This update significantly improves efficiency, increasing image generation speed by approximately fifty percent compared to previous versions. The API offers two options: GPT-Image-2.6 Flare and Sunburst. Flare prioritizes speed, generating low-resolution images in as little as six seconds, making it suitable for poster design and product imagery. Sunburst provides medium-to-high resolution output, placing greater emphasis on character consistency and brand identity. Additionally, Images 2.6 adds support for GIF animations, allowing users to convert mascots, product images, or sketches into looping dynamic visuals.
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