OpenAI launches Images 2.6 in ChatGPT, Codex, and API with GIF creation

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OpenAI has launched Images 2.6 across ChatGPT, Codex, and its API, featuring 50% faster image generation, improved editing tools, and a new animated GIF creation capability. The model offers greater control over visual details and can produce images in as little as six seconds at low quality settings. API users get two versions—Flare for speed and Sunburst for higher-quality output—plus new controls like image markup and SVG export. OpenAI reports users generate roughly 4 billion images weekly worldwide. The update targets creators needing animations for social media, marketing, or storyboards, and is available globally across all subscription tiers on desktop, mobile, and web.


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