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OpenAI prepping budget Go ChatGPT tier ahead of GPT-5 launch

OpenAI prepping budget Go ChatGPT tier ahead of GPT-5 launch

India Today16 hours ago
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is likely preparing a new subscription plan called 'Go' that could be easier on the pocket compared to the current paid options. While there is no official word yet, the new plan might be announced around the time OpenAI rolls out its next big AI model, GPT-5.The first hint about this new plan came from a user named Tibor Bhaho on X (formerly Twitter), who shared a screenshot of the ChatGPT web app code. The image showed some references to the 'Go' tier, suggesting that OpenAI may be testing it internally or planning to release it soon.advertisementRight now, OpenAI offers two paid plans — the Plus plan for regular users at $20 (about Rs 1,750) per month and the Pro plan for developers, which costs $200 per month. The new Go plan is expected to be cheaper than Plus, which may help more users access the service without paying a high fee.
However, the exact features that will be included in the Go plan are still unclear. It might offer access to newer but lighter versions of AI models like o3 or o4-mini-high. But it is also possible that advanced tools such as agents or OpenAI's video AI tool Sora will not be part of this lower-priced option.Apart from this upcoming subscription tier, OpenAI also seems to be adding new features to the web version of ChatGPT. Some users have started noticing a 'Favourites' section and a 'Pin chat' feature, which may make it easier to save and manage conversations. These features, however, are not available to everyone yet and seem to be part of limited testing.The possible launch of the Go plan is being linked to the expected release of GPT-5. OpenAI has been working on this next-generation AI model for several months, though its rollout has been pushed back a few times due to safety concerns. GPT-5 is said to bring better performance, reasoning abilities, and deeper integration with tools like Sora and Canvas.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently confirmed that GPT-5 will be released soon. In a podcast chat with Theo Von, Altman shared a personal experience where he used GPT-5 to answer a question he didn't understand. He said the model responded instantly and correctly, which made him feel like the AI had outperformed him. 'It was a weird feeling,' Altman admitted.The Go plan, if launched, could serve as a middle ground for users who want more than what's offered in the free version but don't want to spend heavily on Plus or Pro. With competition growing in the AI space, a budget plan might also help OpenAI attract more users while offering limited access to powerful tools. That said, none of this is confirmed by the company. Since the information comes from code-level leaks, there's always a chance OpenAI could change its plans or scrap the Go tier altogether. So, for now, it's best to wait for an official announcement.- Ends
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