OpenAI’s highly anticipated new AI model, Project Strawberry, might launch earlier than expected, potentially as soon as September, according to a report from The Information. Initially slated for a year-end release, the model will debut sooner, following insights from two testers.
Project Strawberry is designed to enhance advanced reasoning capabilities, aiming to tackle complex problems in a novel way. This new model promises significant advancements over previous versions of ChatGPT, setting it apart with its unique approach to problem-solving.
What is the “Strawberry” model?
Project Strawberry is set to make a significant impact with its advanced reasoning capabilities, offering a more thoughtful and elaborate response process compared to GPT-4, although it may take longer to generate responses. This model is expected to excel in handling complex tasks such as advanced mathematical problems and logic puzzles, areas where the current ChatGPT has limitations.
Previously known as Q* (Q Star), Strawberry is anticipated to play a pivotal role in developing Orion, OpenAI’s upcoming large-scale language model, and could be a stepping stone towards more advanced AI systems.
One notable use for Strawberry is in generating synthetic data to train other models. This approach aims to address the challenge of limited high-quality content and mitigate issues related to AI hallucinations.
The first public version of Strawberry will be text-only, without multimodal capabilities like image generation, distinguishing it from competitors like Google’s Gemini. It is expected to be released as a standalone product, although there is speculation it might be accessible through a menu in ChatGPT, allowing users to select different AI versions.
Pricing details are still under wraps, but the model may feature a new pricing structure. This could include restrictions on the number of messages users can send per hour, with an option for a higher-tier plan offering quicker response times.
As for whether Strawberry will be integrated into the anticipated GPT-5, OpenAI has not yet confirmed its role or provided specific pricing information.
