Introducing Images 2.6

OpenAI has launched Images 2.6, introducing animated GIF output and reference-image workflows to ChatGPT and Codex. This update enables faster image generation and more precise editing. For developers, the release includes two new API models, GPT-Image-2.6 Flare and GPT-Image-2.6 Sunburst, designed to balance speed and image quality. These enhancements allow teams to utilize repeatable content workflows, ensuring visual assets maintain a recognizable style while providing expanded control through new API tools and diverse file formats.