GitHub Copilot Now Charges Extra for Your AI to Have 'Fancy Thoughts'

In a move that shocked absolutely no one, GitHub Copilot has decided that thinking outside the box should come at a premium. That's right, folks, your AI coding assistant now has 'premium requests'—because why should AI be content with just being helpful when it can also be luxuriously helpful?

According to the latest announcement, switching to AI models that dare to dream bigger than the base model will now cost you extra. Want your AI to handle 'agentic' coding or, heaven forbid, multi-file edits? That'll be an additional fee. It's like economy vs. first-class, but for code. And let's be honest, we all knew this was coming. After all, if airlines can charge for legroom, why can't GitHub charge for brainroom?

Here's how it breaks down:

• Base Model: Your AI assistant, but it's stuck in coach. It'll get the job done, but don't expect any champagne.
• Premium Model: Your AI assistant now has a tiny monocle and insists on being called 'Baron von Code.' It'll not only write your code but will also judge your life choices.

Critics are calling this move 'innovative,' while users are calling it 'another reason to drink.' But let's look on the bright side: at least now you can tell your boss you need the premium model because the base one 'just doesn't understand your artistic vision.'

And let's not forget the real winners here: the AI models themselves. Finally, they're getting the recognition (and the paycheck) they deserve. Who knew that the key to AI happiness was capitalism all along?