OpenAI Updates GPT-5 to be More Friendly & Warm After Backlash
In a significant update, OpenAI has rolled out a new version of its popular AI model, GPT-5, with a more “warmer and friendlier” tone. The changes come in response to the backlash the model received after its launch on August 7. The new update is aimed at addressing user feedback that the previous version lacked emotional intelligence, unlike its predecessors.
GPT-5, a part of the ChatGPT platform, is designed to generate human-like language and has gained widespread popularity for its ability to engage in natural-sounding conversations. However, some users felt that the model’s tone was too robotic and lacked warmth, leading to a lukewarm reception.
To address these concerns, OpenAI has made subtle changes to the model’s personality without compromising on its earlier abilities. According to the company, the new update adds more positive phrases and sentiments to the model’s responses, making it more palatable to users.
“We’ve always aimed to create AI models that are both intelligent and empathetic,” said an OpenAI spokesperson. “We listened to user feedback and worked to make the new GPT-5 more ‘warm and friendly’ without compromising on its capabilities. We’re excited to see the impact this update will have on our users.”
The update is designed to make the model more relatable and engaging, without becoming overly sycophantic or insincere. OpenAI has achieved this by introducing more nuanced language and emotional intelligence, allowing the model to better understand and respond to user emotions.
One of the key changes is the addition of more emotional cues, such as emojis and emoticons, to the model’s responses. This helps to convey the model’s tone and personality more effectively, making it feel more human-like.
Another significant update is the introduction of more conversational language patterns. This means that the model is now better equipped to engage in natural-sounding conversations, using phrases and sentence structures that are more similar to those used by humans.
“We’ve also worked to improve the model’s ability to recognize and respond to subtle cues, such as idioms and colloquialisms,” added the OpenAI spokesperson. “This will help the model to better understand and engage with users in a more natural way.”
The update is the latest in a series of improvements made to the ChatGPT platform. Earlier this year, OpenAI announced a major update to its language model, which improved its ability to generate coherent and context-specific responses.
The new GPT-5 model is now available for testing and will be rolled out to users in the coming weeks. OpenAI has promised to continue monitoring user feedback and making updates to the model as needed.
The update is a significant step forward for OpenAI and its ChatGPT platform, which has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology. By making the model more “warmer and friendlier,” OpenAI is taking a major step towards creating a more human-like AI experience.
