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Cursor users question lack of access to latest OpenAI models

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A user on Reddit's r/cursor community is questioning the IDE's limited access to the latest OpenAI models. They express concern about missing out on advancements from frontier AI companies, particularly noting the cost-effectiveness of OpenAI's models compared to alternatives like Grok. The user wonders if Cursor will regain access to these newer models in the near future or if the limitation will be permanent. AI

IMPACT This discussion highlights potential user dissatisfaction with AI tool integrations, impacting adoption and developer experience.

RANK_REASON User discussion about a product's feature limitations.

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Cursor users question lack of access to latest OpenAI models

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Wide_Food_2636 ·

    How do you handle Cursor lacking access to most recent OpenAI models?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I feel like missing out on another frontier AI company is a significant detriment, especially since OpenAI models are very cost effective (except for GPT-6 Astra) and Grok does not have any competing model, neither cost nor intelligence. Do you t…

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