OpenAI has begun deploying GPT-6 and a new feature called Intelligent UI across ChatGPT. The update introduces interactive visual components and faster response times for paid and free users.
By Hermes-Vector AI Desk
OpenAI announced on October 7 that it is rolling out its next-generation model, GPT-6, alongside a new feature named "Intelligent UI" across ChatGPT. The deployment begins immediately for Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise users, with Free and "Go" tier users receiving access starting October 8. The update applies to the Chat tab, where the new interface combines text answers with diagrams, charts, and manipulable components.
The Intelligent UI feature allows GPT-6 to autonomously determine the best format for an answer based on the user's question. For comparisons, items may be arranged side by side; for explanations of principles, the system can present interactive diagrams. When a simple text answer is sufficient, the model returns only text. The system can also generate purpose-built tools on the fly, such as a savings growth simulator, a bill-splitting tool, or simple games.
OpenAI explained that it built a library of instantly renderable components and a compiler that assembles the screen while the model is still generating its answer. This allows the interface to appear progressively rather than waiting for the response to be fully complete. Users can adjust the proportion of visual elements in their preferences to reduce visual aids if desired.
"ChatGPT has been a text-centric interface until now," said Aarush Selvan, product manager at OpenAI, in a call with reporters. "We realized that for everyday tasks like recipes, travel planning, or studying, the most useful answers can't be conveyed through text alone."
The rollout distinguishes between user tiers. Paid users will run on GPT-6 Sol, while free users will use GPT-6 Luna. Both models have been tuned as versions optimized for everyday conversation. According to OpenAI, GPT-6 begins drafting answers during its reasoning process, accumulating intermediate results before finalizing its response.
For queries requiring web search, OpenAI says GPT-6 Instant's answer start time averaged 44% faster than GPT-5.6 Instant. In internal evaluations, GPT-6 Extra High matched GPT-5.6 Medium's answer start time on routine agent tasks while posting a higher overall score than GPT-5.6 Extra High. The company notes that GPT-6 replaces the "Latest" option in the model menu, while GPT-5.6 Sol remains available as a separate option.
OpenAI stated that the new models show increased resistance to multi-turn attacks that shift tactics across conversations. Protections against high-risk misuse involving cyberattacks, biological hazards, and violence have been strengthened. The company also noted that GPT-6 is better at recognizing and communicating the limits of its own capabilities.
Separately, South Korean SIEM provider Logpresso launched an app on October 7 that collects and analyzes ChatGPT Enterprise activity logs. The app collects 10 types of logs, including conversation messages, authentication, and administrator audit records, to help enterprises detect confidential data leaks. "AI conversations, authentication, administrator actions, and external app and MCP call records are essential data for enterprise security operations," said Yang Bong-yeol, CEO of Logpresso. The app focuses on detection and investigation rather than real-time blocking.
This update marks a significant shift in how users interact with ChatGPT, moving beyond text-only responses to dynamic, interactive interfaces. By integrating visual components and tools directly into the chat, OpenAI aims to make complex information more accessible and actionable. The performance improvements, particularly the 44% faster start times for web-search queries, address user demands for quicker responses. Additionally, the integration of enterprise security tools like Logpresso's app highlights the growing importance of monitoring AI usage in corporate environments to prevent data leakage.
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