OpenAI says its most-used ChatGPT model now better identifies the goal behind a question and adapts when users push back or clarify.

OpenAI is rolling out an update to GPT-5.5 Instant, the model it describes as the most-used in ChatGPT, targeting improvements in conversation quality across decision-making, advice, and comparison queries. [1]

The core change is intent recognition: the model now better identifies “the underlying goal behind a question” rather than responding only to its literal wording. [1] It also carries context more reliably across multiple turns of a conversation. [1]

Complex prompts that include several conditions or constraints should now receive more complete answers, OpenAI says. [1] When a user pushes back or offers a clarification, the model “should adapt more effectively instead of repeating its original approach.” [1]

Local business and shopping queries are also in scope for the update. [1] OpenAI claims the model makes better use of location data and combines recommendations, business information, and images “more coherently.” [1] More broadly, responses are described as feeling “less templated and more intentionally designed.” [1]

OpenAI did not announce pricing or availability changes alongside the update. [1]