Model Availability Status
Laozhang API provides multiple mainstream AI models, availability status updated in real-time.Currently Available Models
- OpenAI Series
- Anthropic Series
- Google Series
- Image Generation
- Video Generation
Model | Status | Features | Use Cases |
---|---|---|---|
GPT-4 Turbo | 🟢 Available | Latest GPT-4, strong reasoning | Complex tasks, code generation |
GPT-4 | 🟢 Available | Standard GPT-4 | Professional analysis, long text |
GPT-3.5 Turbo | 🟢 Available | Fast and economical | Daily conversation, quick tasks |
GPT-3.5 Turbo 16K | 🟢 Available | Long context support | Document processing |
Real-time Status
Check latest model status:Model Selection Recommendations
By Task Type
Task Type | Recommended Model | Alternative | Reason |
---|---|---|---|
Daily Conversation | GPT-3.5 Turbo | Gemini Flash | Fast, economical |
Code Generation | GPT-4 Turbo | Claude Sonnet 4 | Strong code understanding |
Long Document | Claude Sonnet 4 | Gemini 2.5 Pro | 200K+ context |
Content Creation | Claude 3 Opus | GPT-4 Turbo | Strong creativity |
Quick Translation | GPT-3.5 Turbo | Gemini Flash | Fast response |
Image Understanding | Gemini 2.5 Pro | GPT-4 Vision | Multimodal capability |
Image Generation | DALL-E 3 | Flux Pro | High quality |
Video Creation | Sora 2 | VEO 3 | Cost-effective |
By Budget
Budget Level | Recommended Model | Daily Estimated Cost |
---|---|---|
Economical | GPT-3.5 Turbo, Gemini Flash | $1-5 |
Balanced | GPT-4 Turbo, Claude Sonnet 4 | $10-30 |
Premium | Claude Opus, Gemini 2.5 Pro | $50-100 |
Custom | API-specific on-demand | Contact sales |
By Response Speed
Speed Requirement | Recommended Model | Average Response Time |
---|---|---|
Real-time | Gemini Flash, GPT-3.5 Turbo | 0.5-2s |
Fast | GPT-4 Turbo, Claude Sonnet | 2-5s |
Standard | Claude Opus, Gemini 2.5 Pro | 5-10s |
Model Unavailability Handling
Temporary Unavailability
If model is temporarily unavailable:Auto-retry Mechanism
Implement smart retry mechanism:Model Fallback Chain
Implement multi-level fallback chain:Common Issues
Error: "Model not found"
Error: "Model not found"
Possible Causes:
- Model name incorrect
- Model not available in your region
- Model has been deprecated
Error: "Model temporarily unavailable"
Error: "Model temporarily unavailable"
Why are some models not available?
Why are some models not available?
Possible Reasons:
- Region Restrictions
- Some models restricted by region
- Comply with local regulations
- Can apply for special access
- Subscription Plan
- Some models require higher plan
- Upgrade plan to access
- Or purchase dedicated model access
- Capacity Limitations
- New models may have capacity limits
- Gradually opening to more users
- Can join waitlist
- Maintenance Updates
- Models periodically maintained and updated
- Typically choose off-peak hours
- Advance notice on Status Page
How to get early access to new models?
How to get early access to new models?
Application Methods:
- Join Beta Program
- Fill out Beta Application Form
- Provide usage scenarios and needs
- Priority for active users
- Enterprise Users
- Contact sales team: [email protected]
- Can get early access privileges
- Dedicated support and services
- Developer Community
- Follow Official Blog
- Join Developer Discord
- Participate in community activities
Will models be deprecated?
Will models be deprecated?
Deprecation Policy:
- Advance Notice: At least 3 months notice before deprecation
- Migration Guide: Provide detailed migration guide
- Compatibility Period: Maintain compatibility period
- Support: Offer free migration support
- Subscribe to API Updates
- Enable email notifications in console
- Follow Official Twitter
Model Performance Monitoring
Real-time Monitoring Dashboard
Access Model Status Dashboard to view:- Availability: Model online rate
- Response Time: Average response time
- Success Rate: Request success rate
- Queue Status: Current queue length
Self-built Monitoring
Implement your own monitoring system:Best Practices
1. Smart Model Selection
Dynamically select models based on task:2. Load Balancing
Distribute requests across multiple models:3. Cache Strategy
Cache model responses to reduce calls:Related Resources
- Pricing Description - View model pricing
- API Reference - Model API documentation
- Model Comparison - Detailed model comparison
- Status Page - Real-time service status