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Keep an eye on Topaz... NEW RELEASES JUST OUT
« on: October 16, 2024, 10:15:32 pm »

Interesting things coming soon!
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Re: Keep an eye on Topaz...
« Reply #1 on: October 17, 2024, 06:37:16 pm »

Some teasers while we await the official drop...
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Re: Keep an eye on Topaz... NEW RELEASES JUST OUT
« Reply #2 on: October 18, 2024, 11:32:35 am »

Topaz says:

Photo AI v3.3.0
Released Oct 17th, 2024

Changelog
•Added Super Focus tool
•Added Recover Faces generation 2 model
•Updated Remove tool design and location
•Updated Autopilot default strength values for Denoise and Sharpen
•Added camera profile support for Nikon and Sony RAW files
•Updated preferences menu
•Releasing Photo AI Pro
•Automatic Lensfun Update

Introducing the Super Focus tool

Super Focus is our latest breakthrough in image enhancement technology. This powerful generative AI model is designed to rescue images that have missed focus or are completely out of focus. By analyzing the image data and intelligently reconstructing details, Super Focus can breathe new life into blurry photos, restoring sharpness and clarity that you thought was lost forever.

Focus Boost for Optimal Results
Through extensive testing, we discovered that downscaling images before processing them through the Super Focus model yielded remarkable improvements in focus recovery. We added a Focus Boost option to allow even more focus recovery when the results at full size are not enough.

Recover Faces generation 2

We’re thrilled to introduce our second-generation face recovery model, a significant upgrade from its predecessor. This version produces twice the output resolution compared to the previous generation and has better results with less artifacts. Recover Faces generation 2 offers two distinct modes:

Realistic mode: Maintains higher fidelity to the original image, perfect for subtle improvements while preserving the original look.
Creative mode: Takes more liberties with reconstruction, potentially providing better results for specific details and smaller faces.

Improved Autopilot strengths for Denoise and Sharpen
We’ve fine-tuned Autopilot based on valuable insights from personalizations for Denoise and Sharpen. All Denoise and Sharpen models now come with updated strength values, resulting in more accurate results that better match the settings you typically use for your images.

Updated Remove tool design

It now opens up a dedicated Remove workspace. Here, you can make selections, initiate the removal process, and save your changes with ease. This streamlined design makes the removal process more intuitive and efficient than ever before.

Improved Color Accuracy for Nikon and Sony RAW files
Originally released in 3.2.1, we are giving this feature another look due to the impact on RAW handling. As promised, we are continuing to expand improved color accuracy with RAW files to more camera manufacturers, this time Nikon and Sony.

Photo AI Pro
This release ties to a huge change for our users by introducing Photo AI Pro licenses! The Pro version of the application is for businesses with revenues over $1 million dollars per year and comes with seat management to easily share Photo AI across teams.

Gigapixel AI v8.0.0
Released Oct 18th, 2024

•NEW Redefine Model: Our most powerful AI enhancement model to date which creates incredible detail when upscaling your images, and can even be guided by a prompt. Available locally and in the Cloud (!!) this model also has stunning restoration and even creative capabilities… This is a Topaz Labs first, and you’re going to have to see it to believe it.

•Cloud Rendering: No longer will you have to wait hours for our biggest models to render on your laptop. Use Cloud Credits to process using Topaz machines, asynchronously behind the scenes.

•Face Recovery Gen 2 (Creative) Improvements: As if that’s not enough, side faces got even better than before. Recover faces from any angle with this update. More coming!

To celebrate, for 2 weeks only, upgrade to this version of Gigapixel and receive $25 Topaz Rendering credits for free! If you already own this version, just log in and you will receive the credits.
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Re: Keep an eye on Topaz... NEW RELEASES JUST OUT
« Reply #3 on: October 18, 2024, 09:59:04 pm »

I just posted a long blog with tons of examples showing how the new features in the latest Topaz Photo Ai and Gigapixel AI work.
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Re: Keep an eye on Topaz... NEW RELEASES JUST OUT
« Reply #4 on: October 21, 2024, 02:20:21 pm »

A few more before-and-afters I just did in Gigapixel using Redefine with maxed out settings (at 4X). Dell 3660 i9 with NVIDIA 4090 (no it's not mine, ha!).

Original, then 100% crop to show detail.
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Re: Keep an eye on Topaz... NEW RELEASES JUST OUT
« Reply #5 on: October 21, 2024, 09:57:45 pm »

Reinvigorating some 2022 WOMBO renders with Gigapixel AI.
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« Reply #6 on: October 21, 2024, 10:24:05 pm »

More detail on the mountain view.
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