OpenAI Phases Out GPT-4.5: What You Need to Know About the API Changes
Discover why OpenAI is discontinuing GPT-4.5 from its API and how developers can transition to GPT-4.1 for better performance at lower costs.
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OpenAI Phases Out GPT-4.5: What You Need to Know About the API Changes Why Is OpenAI Discontinuing GPT-4.5 From Its API? If you’re wondering, “Why is OpenAI phasing out GPT-4.5?” or “What happens to my projects using this AI model?”, here’s what you need to know. OpenAI recently announced that it will be winding down access to GPT-4.5 via its API starting July 14. This decision comes just months after the release of GPT-4.5 in late February. Developers leveraging large language models (LLMs) through OpenAI’s platform are encouraged to transition to GPT-4.1, which promises similar or improved capabilities at a fraction of the cost. The move highlights OpenAI’s commitment to balancing innovation with affordability while focusing on future advancements in artificial intelligence. Image Credits: Kim Jae-Hwan/SOPA Images/LightRocket / Getty Images Transitioning to GPT-4.1: A Smarter Choice for Developers OpenAI has positioned GPT-4.1 as the preferred replacement for GPT-4.5, emphasizing its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. According to an OpenAI spokesperson, GP…
