OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has confirmed that GPT-5, the next major version of the company’s AI model, will launch this summer. In a recent episode of OpenAI’s new podcast, Altman shared the company’s vision for the future and how GPT-5 aims to simplify and improve the user experience.
Right now, OpenAI offers several versions of its models — like GPT-4, GPT-4o, and others — which can be confusing for users. Altman admitted that choosing between different models has become “a whole mess.” With GPT-5, OpenAI plans to fix this by creating a single, unified interface. This means users won’t need to switch between different models or modes. Instead, GPT-5 will be smart enough to handle everything — from quick answers to deep, multi-step tasks — in one smooth experience.
The idea is to return to a clear and simple path: GPT-5, GPT-6, and so on, without complicated names or features. Altman explained that GPT-5 will also include new tools, such as reasoning abilities and agent-like features, like a built-in research assistant. These improvements aim to make GPT-5 more powerful and easier to use for everyday tasks as well as complex projects.
The podcast marks the start of more open communication from OpenAI about what’s coming next. Altman said the company wants to make AI more useful, less confusing, and more accessible to everyone.
In short, GPT-5 is not just a more advanced model — it’s also part of OpenAI’s bigger goal to streamline AI tools and give users a smarter, all-in-one assistant. If all goes as planned, GPT-5 will make interacting with AI easier and more effective than ever before.
