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OpenAI's GPT Image 2.6 Extra High criticized for poor performance

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A user on Reddit's r/OpenAI community is expressing significant dissatisfaction with the new GPT Image 2.6 Extra High model, citing its poor performance in generating usable images. The user reports issues with image quality, character posing, and an increase in false safety filter flags, particularly when attempting to create realistic images or multiple characters. This user's experience contrasts sharply with the positive reviews from some AI "influencers" on Twitter, leading to confusion and frustration. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential user-facing issues with new image generation models, suggesting a gap between marketing and actual performance.

RANK_REASON User-generated critique of a product release, not an official announcement or benchmark.

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OpenAI's GPT Image 2.6 Extra High criticized for poor performance

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/StudyDemon ·

    We have to talk about the new image model (GPT Image 2.6 Extra High)

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1xt32wr/we_have_to_talk_about_the_new_image_model_gpt/"> <img alt="We have to talk about the new image model (GPT Image 2.6 Extra High)" src="https://preview.redd.it/kwg895sxkv0i1.png?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;…

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