[Release] anthropics/claude-code v2.1.197: v2.1.197

Claude Code v2.1.197 introduces Claude Sonnet 5 as the new default model, featuring a native 1M-token context window for enhanced processing capabilities. The update includes promotional pricing of $2/$10 per million tokens through August 31, making it more cost-effective for users. This release represents a significant upgrade in model performance and context handling for the Claude Code platform.

Key Points

• •Claude Sonnet 5 is now the default model in Claude Code v2.1.197
• •Native 1M-token context window enables processing of larger documents and codebases
• •Promotional pricing: $2 per million tokens (input) / $10 per million tokens (output) through August 31
• •Update to v2.1.197 required to access Claude Sonnet 5 capabilities
• •Improved model performance and reasoning capabilities for code generation and analysis
• •Extended context window reduces need for token management in complex projects

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