OpenAI’s Next Leap: GPT-4.5 and GPT-5 to Revolutionize AI with Free Unlimited Access

OpenAI CEO Unveils Roadmap for Next-Generation AI Models

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has announced a significant roadmap for the company’s upcoming AI models, GPT-4.5 and GPT-5, in a recent post on X. The announcement outlines OpenAI’s plans to streamline its offerings and enhance user experience.

In his statement, Altman expressed a desire to simplify OpenAI’s product lineup and improve communication about the company’s future direction. The current system, which requires users to manually select AI models for different tasks, has been deemed overly complicated by Altman. He envisions a return to a “magic unified intelligence” that eliminates the need for a model picker.

GPT-4.5, codenamed Orion, is set to be the final non-chain-of-thought model before the release of GPT-5. Following GPT-4.5, OpenAI plans to unify its o-series and GPT-series models to create a more seamless user experience.

The highly anticipated GPT-5 is expected to boast several improvements, including a larger context window, enhanced capabilities for handling agentic tasks, and multimodal functionalities. These advancements aim to push the boundaries of AI capabilities and offer users a more versatile tool.

Changes are also coming for ChatGPT users. Free users will gain unlimited access to GPT-5 at a standard intelligence setting, subject to abuse thresholds. Plus and Pro subscribers can expect higher levels of access, although specific details on tier differentiation remain unclear. The new models will incorporate features such as voice, canvas, search, and deep research capabilities.

Altman indicated that these new models would be available within weeks or months, signaling a relatively short timeline for implementation. Additionally, OpenAI will discontinue shipping o3 as a standalone model, further streamlining their offerings.

As of now, OpenAI has not provided immediate comments to Business Insider regarding these updates. The AI community and users alike eagerly await further details on these significant developments in OpenAI’s product lineup.