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OpenAI’s Model Evolution: GPT-4o Takes Over, New Upgrades on the Horizon
**GPT-4o Replaces GPT-4, But API Access Remains**
According to **BlockBeats**, OpenAI has announced that **GPT-4 will be fully replaced by GPT-4o starting April 30**. However, GPT-4 will still be accessible via API. The company highlighted that in **face-to-face evaluations**, GPT-4o consistently outperforms its predecessor in **writing, coding, and STEM-related tasks**.
**Upcoming AI Models: GPT-4.1, Mini & Nano Versions, and Advanced Reasoning**
**The Verge** reported (May 10) that OpenAI is preparing to launch **a suite of new AI models** next week, including:
- **GPT-4.1** – An enhanced iteration of the **GPT-4o multimodal model**
- **Smaller variants** – **GPT-4.1 mini** and **nano** for optimized performance
- **Advanced reasoning models** – The **o3 "reasoning" model** and a new **o4-mini**
This rollout signals OpenAI’s continued push toward **more efficient, specialized, and powerful AI tools**.