I'm wondering about the purpose behind the GPT-4.1 model since 4.0 keeps getting updated. Was 4.5 just a significant release from OpenAI, or what's the specific use case for 4.1 models?
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Not sure where 4.1 is, especially living in the EU! Is it accessible anywhere?
GPT-4.1 is mainly designed for users who access the API, offering a more stable model for those applications. It's less about flashy updates and more about providing a reliable option for developers.
There seems to be a clear benefit with 4.1 making the API more stable and reliable, which allows for more experimental changes in 4.0.
You might want to check out the release stream or the model card for some clarity. They provide a good explanation of the reasons behind these models—especially how 4.1 caters to the needs of developers.
Good idea! Background research can really shed some light on these updates.
Honestly, I've found GPT-4.1 to be a lot better at coding tasks than 4.0. It just performs more reliably in that area.
It's only available through the API.