Reddit users report ChatGPT silently swaps selected model

Reddit users posted screenshots claiming ChatGPT silently switches their selected GPT-5.6 High model to GPT-6 in new conversations. The screenshots are unverified but sparked community concern over model-switching transparency.

2026-10-20 ~ 2026-10-20 · 2 related posts

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