TechRadar ChatGPT now displays only three model options—Instant, Thinking, and Pro—while the actual AI engine is chosen automatically based on prompt complexity and other factors. The older model names have been removed from the main interface and are only accessible through hidden settings. This shift aims to streamline the user experience and reduce costs, but it also means users may not know which model generated a given answer, creating potential gaps between expectation and reality.
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