OpenAI Launches Images 2.6: Twice as Fast with GIF Support
OpenAI is rolling out its Images 2.6 model to ChatGPT, Codex, and its API, featuring 50 percent faster generation speeds and native support for animated GIFs.
What happened?
OpenAI has launched Images 2.6 in ChatGPT, Codex, and via its developer API. The model generates static images up to 50 percent faster than its predecessor and introduces direct support for creating animated GIF sequences. Two API variants have been released: GPT-Image-2.6 Flare and Sunburst, with Flare capable of generating images in as little as six seconds at lower quality settings.
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| Lanseringsdatum | 4 november 2026 |
|---|---|
| Prestandaökning | 50 % snabbare generering |
| Genereringstid Flare | Ner till 6 sekunder vid låg kvalitet |
| Global bildvolym | 4 miljarder bilder per vecka |
”With this, you can bring motion to your images with GIFs — from animating a brand mascot or character to turning a product shot into an eye-catching loop.”
Why it matters
The increased speed and precision facilitate iterative visual work and reduce latency in creative workflows. The ability to preserve specific details such as products and characters across multiple editing steps addresses one of the most significant historical challenges in generative imaging.
Who is affected?
The update affects developers building image applications via the API, as well as end-users and creators using ChatGPT and Codex. Organizations working with brand content will particularly benefit from the improved consistency of characters and products during the editing process.
What else you should know
According to OpenAI, users globally generate more than four billion images per week via the company's services, equating to more than half a billion images per day.
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