OpenAI releases GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst and GPT Image 2.5 Flare

UpdateSep 8, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

Sunburst targets precise image editing and Flare fast everyday generation, both via the Image API and Responses image tool. They support new xhigh and max quality settings at GPT Image 2 token rates.

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