So apparently today, GPT overthinks even on “instant mode”. Lovely.

Experiencing Overthinking in GPT’s “Instant Mode”: Challenges with Multilingual Output and Hallucinations

In recent days, I’ve observed that GPT’s performance in its so-called “instant mode” has been less than optimal, highlighting some unexpected challenges. Despite the expectation of swift and efficient responses, the model often overanalyzes prompts, leading to outputs that are overly verbose or misaligned with the user’s intent.

One notable issue arises when engaging with GPT in French. The model tends to overthink, especially in this language, which results in humorous yet frustrating inaccuracies. This problem appears to be compounded by the layered translation process—where the prompt is potentially processed through multiple translation layers—causing the output to descend into near-gibberish every few sentences.

Additionally, the persistence of hallucinations—where the model fabricates or incorrectly interprets information—remains a significant hurdle. These inaccuracies are problematic regardless of the mode used, but they seem particularly pronounced during “instant mode.”

While I remain hopeful that these issues will be addressed in upcoming updates, it’s clear that the current state of GPT in this context requires cautious use and ongoing oversight. As AI developers work to refine these systems, users can anticipate improvements that will bolster both reliability and linguistic accuracy across languages.