Open AI Introduces Image Generation to ChatGPT

OpenAI has introduced a new feature called “Images in ChatGPT,” enabling users to generate images directly within the platform. By utilising GPT-4o, this enhancement brings seamless image creation to ChatGPT’s interface.

4o image generation has arrived.

It’s beginning to roll out today in ChatGPT and Sora to all Plus, Pro, Team, and Free users. pic.twitter.com/pFXDzKhh2t

— OpenAI (@OpenAI) March 25, 2025

Spokesperson Taya Christianson disclosed that the release focuses solely on image creation and will be available across ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Team, and Free subscription tiers.

The free tier’s usage limit is the same as DALL-E, she also added that they “didn’t have a specific number to share” and “these may change over time based on demand.”

With the help of ChatGPT FAQ, free users were previously able to generate “three images per day with DALL·E 3.”

As for the fate of DALL-E,Christianson said “fans” will “still have access via a custom GPT.”

Research lead Gabriel Goh said “This model is a step change above previous models,” adding that the team used the GPT-4o “omnimodal” or a model that can generate any kind of data like text, image, audio, and video foundation for this feature.

Some of the improvements Goh noted include “binding,” which refers to how well AI image generators maintain correct relationships between attributes and objects; a model with poor binding, for instance, might get a prompt for a blue star plus a red triangle and create a red star and no triangle.

Most image models struggle with this, Goh said, often mixing up colors and shapes when asked to render multiple items typically around 5 to 8.

He says this new image generation tool can correctly bind attributes for 15 to 20 objects without confusion, representing a significant improvement in accuracy and reliability.

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