Future Models Will Be Cheaper and More Localized
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-07-11
A quoted reply predicted two likely shifts within the next 6 to 12 months:
- A model approaching Fable 5 levels but at 3 to 4 times lower cost.
- A model approaching Opus 4.8 levels capable of running on local devices.
The commenter believed both scenarios are highly probable and reminded everyone to factor these shifts into AI future predictions. The replier agreed, adding that multi-agent systems will inevitably become ubiquitous.
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