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OpenAI faces user backlash over alleged AI model performance degradation

Users are expressing frustration with OpenAI's practice of allegedly degrading the performance of existing AI models, such as Codex, in anticipation of new releases. This perceived "dumbing down" is described as a recurring issue that impacts user experience and productivity, leading to dissatisfaction with the company's update cycle. AI

IMPACT User frustration with perceived model degradation may impact adoption and trust in OpenAI's product release cycle.

RANK_REASON User-generated commentary on perceived AI model performance changes.

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OpenAI faces user backlash over alleged AI model performance degradation

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User-generated commentary on perceived AI model performance changes.
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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/blackcid6 ·

    It's unacceptable that OpenAI is dumbing Codex down again when it's about to release a new version.

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I never follow news about ChatGPT or Codex, but I can always tell when a new version is about to be released because the one I'm using suddenly becomes stupid.</p> <p>It's not psychosomatic. I notice it without knowing anything about the news. It…