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ChatGPT Plus not showing model versions sparks controversy

ChatGPT Plus subscribers noticed that the interface no longer shows the specific model/version they are using, prompting them to ask how others view the change. The discussion focuses on transparency, users’ sense of control, and whether paying users should know which model is actually being called.

Published: 2026-08-12
Updated: 2026-08-13
Editorial: Frontline Lab

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Source author: lmofr
Related topics: 0
Collected: 2026-08-12

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