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Release2026-11-04

OpenAI released Images 2.6 for ChatGPT and Codex. It adds animated GIF creation. Users can now save and reuse reference images. Flare and Sunburst API models are available. Flare targets speed and professional layouts. Sunburst focuses on detail and consistent edits. Image generation is 50% faster. SVG exports are now supported. A complexity parameter controls model planning. Image markup for precise edits is now in the API. The rollout is global across all subscription tiers. OpenAI reports 4 billion images generated weekly.

What changed

Images 2.5 did not support GIFs or persistent image references.

What it unlocks

Creating animated GIFs and reusing reference images across edits without re-uploading.

  • 50% faster image generation
  • 4 billion images per week
  • 6 seconds at low quality

What you need to act on it

  • ChatGPT or Codex subscription
  • API access for Flare and Sunburst models

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