OpenAI Updates ChatGPT: Reasoning Slider for Plus, Unlimited Chat for Free Users Next Week

mark_k · x · 2026-08-07

According to a leaked update, OpenAI is improving GPT-5.6 Sol for Plus and Pro users to enhance factual reliability and focus. A new slider is introduced to control the depth of reasoning for each response.

Free users will get GPT-5.6 Luna as the default model with unlimited text chats starting next week, alongside a 'Think' button for complex questions requiring extra reasoning.

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