OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6: New Features, Models, Pricing

OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6

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Sol, Terra and Luna

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Stronger Coding Work

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Better Documents and Decks

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Luna Is Built For Speed

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Programmatic Tool Calling

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More Capability On Demand

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Sol Starts At $5 Input

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Stronger Safeguards

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Pick The Right Tier

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