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GPT 6.1 Sol: Near-Astra intelligence for a fifth of the price

Blog · Watch/Read · (gathered 2026-09-30)

  • Simon Willison shared his custom “pelican” visual representation for the newly announced GPT 6.1 Sol model, following OpenAI DevDay 2026.
  • GPT 6.1 Sol is framed as delivering “Near-Astra intelligence for a fifth of the price,” highlighting its advanced capabilities and cost-effectiveness.
  • Willison noted that the “pelicans” for GPT 6.1 Sol are not notably different from those of the broader GPT-6 family, suggesting visual consistency in his representations across model iterations.