OpenAI's GPT-5 is finally here, but a rocky rollout and mixed reviews have divided the community, creating a reality check for AI hype.
The inflated expectations and subsequent underwhelming release of GPT-5 have caused some to exaggerate any signs of slowing AI progress far beyond what the evidence supports.
Feels like GPT-5 is less “moon landing” and more “new iPhone” — solid upgrade, but the hype set it up to disappoint.
The inflated expectations and subsequent underwhelming release of GPT-5 have caused some to exaggerate any signs of slowing AI progress far beyond what the evidence supports.
Feels like GPT-5 is less “moon landing” and more “new iPhone” — solid upgrade, but the hype set it up to disappoint.