ChatGPT and Work are merging soon, while ChatGPT Classic retires in January (9to5mac.com)

OpenAI has announced that the ChatGPT Classic app will officially retire on January 30, 2027, as users are prompted to transition to the newer ChatGPT interface. The original app had become less reliable following the introduction of the updated desktop version, which merges ChatGPT’s conversational features with advanced capabilities from its Work suite into a single platform. Users have reported confusion with the new interface, prompting OpenAI to implement changes in response to feedback, including improved navigation options. In addition to the app retirement, OpenAI will launch a test of the integrated Chat and Work experience for a select group of users in the coming weeks. This unified interface aims to streamline tasks by allowing users to conduct conversations and access Work's functions—like file handling and project management—within the same platform. Notably, OpenAI plans to introduce a shared usage allowance for ChatGPT and Codex, consolidating their previously separate limits. This shift is significant as it enhances user efficiency and reflects OpenAI's commitment to refining user experience while keeping pace with the evolving demands of AI interactions.