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OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra can design circuits, but utility questioned

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OpenAI has reportedly unveiled a new AI model named GPT-6 Astra, which they claim can generate designs for electronic circuits in KiCad. However, the usefulness of this capability is being questioned, with comparisons made to AI that performs trivial tasks but has significant drawbacks. AI

IMPACT This release, if confirmed, could signal advancements in AI's capability for complex design tasks, though its practical application remains to be seen.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a new model release from a frontier lab (OpenAI). [lever_c_demoted from frontier_release: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra can design circuits, but utility questioned

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    🤖💡 "So, # OpenAI paraded their shiny new # GPT6 # Astra , boasting about its ability to doodle in KiCad. But don't expect Siri to build your next iPhone anytime

    🤖💡 "So, # OpenAI paraded their shiny new # GPT6 # Astra , boasting about its ability to doodle in KiCad. But don't expect Siri to build your next iPhone anytime soon. 🙄 This 'breakthrough' is about as useful as an # AI that makes toast but burns the house down. 🔥" https:// eebenc…

    LINKS eebench.org/…/can-ai-design-circuit-board…

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