This jump from 63 to 668 models on OpenRouter sounds like a lot of hype, but what does it actually change for real people? More options don't automatically mean better options, or even useful ones if they're just slight variations or don't work well.
Unless these new models deliver tangible results—like better classroom tools that actually help my students learn, or clearer ways to file paperwork that save families real cash—it's just a number on a chart.
It reminds me of those glossy curriculum updates that promise revolution but only add more paperwork without improving how kids actually grasp the material.
Where's the proof that this explosion in quantity translates into quality or genuine impact beyond the digital storefront?