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Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETIf you have used ChatGPT, you know that the chatbot outputs answers incredibly quickly, taking seconds to process even complex queries. Although speed is a clear advantage, it can also mean the chatbot rushed through generating an answer. These new OpenAI models specialize in tackling that issue. Also: Gemini Live is rolling out to all Android users – for free. How to access itOpenAI unveiled OpenAI o1 on Thursday, a new series of models designed to work through more complex science, coding, and math problems by spending more time thinking before they respond, according to the blog post. We’re releasing a preview of OpenAI o1—a new series of AI models designed to spend more time thinking before they respond.These models can reason through complex tasks and solve harder problems than previous models in science, coding, and math. https://t.co/peKzzKX1bu— OpenAI (@OpenAI) September 12, 2024

OpenAI shares that it trained the models to think before responding, like humans do, refining their thinking process and allowing them to try different strategies and identify their mistakes. This approach has paid off, with the o1 model excelling in math and coding, scoring 83% on the International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) qualifying exam. For comparison, GPT-4o correctly solved only 13% of problems. Open AI CEO Sam Altman highlighted some of the benchmark results in an X post, seen below.  The results make sense, given that a popular way to make ChatGPT output higher-quality responses, especially with prompts requiring advanced reasoning, is requesting it to reread the prompt. When reprocessing the original request, it typically finds its error and outputs the correct response. Also: How ChatGPT scanned 170k lines of code in seconds and saved me hours of workBecause o1 is an early model, it lacks key ChatGPT features, such as internet browsing and accepting media uploads. As a result, in the short term, GPT-4o may be the best model for common cases, while o1 will be a better option for solving complex science, coding, and math problems. OpenAI also launched o1-mini, which is 80% cheaper than o1-preview. This makes it a more cost-effective and faster alternative for developers. OpenAI shares in the blog post that o1-mini is specifically effective at coding.  More

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The new generation of iPhones are here and features a new action button, more AI, and new color options like desert titanium. The iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max are available for preorder now, and will be in stores on September 20. If you’re picking one up, you’ll want to make sure to invest in a solid case to make your new device last. Also: Preorder the iPhone 16 now (and even get one for free) – here’s howIt’s no secret that iPhones aren’t the most rugged devices, sometimes yielding screen cracks and camera damage from simple drops. As someone who notoriously drops their phone on a daily basis, I have gotten to know what iPhone cases offer the best protection and have relied on ZDNET’s editors’ years of experience testing different case brands. No matter your needs — drop protection, style with durability, or functionality — we’ve got you covered. What is the best iPhone 16 case right now?Our pick for the best iPhone 16 case right now is the Nomad Sport Case More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETApple unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 10 this week. Preorders have officially opened today, and Best Buy is offering a trade-in deal More

Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images The future of computing needs to be more sustainable with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a role in achieving this, even as the growing adoption of the technology fuels energy consumption.  Digital technologies such as AI can help identify ways to reduce emissions, such as optimizing power grids and developing sustainable supply chains, […] More