Is This the Best AI Image Generator Yet? 🎨

Welcome to another edition of Horizon AI,

The competition in AI image generation has intensified since Flux's release. Ideogram has launched a new and improved model, and Modjourney is also making significant moves.

Let’s get into it!

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Here's what's new today in the Horizon AI

• Ideogram 2.0: A Game-Changer in AI Image Generation

• Midjourney Website Now Open to All

• AI Tutorial: How to use Google's new Reimagine feature

• AI Tools to check out

• The Latest in AI and Tech 💡

• AI Findings/Resources

AI News

IDEOGRAM

Ideogram 2.0: A Game-Changer in AI Image Generation

Ideogram has just launched Ideogram 2.0, a major upgrade to its AI image generation model. This release positions the startup as a strong competitor to big names like Midjourney and DALL-E 3.

Details:

• Ideogram 2.0 addresses a key issue in AI image generation with better text rendering. Users can now craft detailed graphic designs such as greeting cards and posters with refined and artistic text.

• The overall quality of the model’s outputs has improved, becoming faster, more capable, and versatile with five new presets: realism, drawing, 3D, anime, and general purpose implementation.

• Users gain more control over their images’ aesthetics with new color palette options.

• The company has also launched a public beta API, allowing developers and businesses to integrate the technology into their applications and workflows.

Initial social media reactions are positive, with users highlighting Ideogram's impressive realism and text rendering. The new model is available at ideogram.ai, where users can generate 20 images per day for free.

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MIDJOURNEY

Midjourney Website Now Open to All

Midjourney has just made a big change. After being available mainly through Discord and an exclusive website, it's now open to everyone.

Details:

• Midjourney is now accessible to everyone via its website, moving beyond its Discord roots.

• New users can generate 25 images for free.

• This change comes amidst rising competition.

With its website now open to all and free trial image generation, Midjourney is inviting more users to experience its AI image technology. As the competition heats up, this move might be just what they need to stay ahead.

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AI Tutorial

How to use Google Pixel 9's new Reimagine feature

The Google Pixel 9's AI-powered Reimagine tool sets a new standard in photo editing by transforming elements within your photos, far beyond basic adjustments. It's about reimagining entire scenes with AI.

Here’s how to use this new feature on your Google Pixel 9.:

1. Open the photo you want to edit

2. Tap the Edit button

3. Tap the Magic Editor button (shown below)

4. Select the object(s) in the photo you want to change. After selecting the elements, tap the Reimagine button.

5. Enter a text prompt describing how you want to transform the selected elements. Be as specific or creative as you like.

6. Wait for the AI to process and generate the reimagined image. Review the result—save if satisfied, or try again with a different description or selection.

AI Tools to check out

🗿 AI Meme Generator: Generate memes from any URL across the internet.

✨ Lensgo: Free AI-powered tool for creating images and videos.

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AI Findings/Resources

🦾 How to build an AI-skilled workforce

🧙‍♂️ 13 Open-Source libraries that will help you become an AI wizard

💹 5 Rare AI side hustles that no one is talking about

💡 We finally have a definition for open-source AI

The latest in AI and Tech

OpenAI warns on AI bill impact

OpenAI's Jason Kwon argues that California's proposed AI safety rules could hinder innovation and drive firms out of the state.

McAfee and Lenovo launch AI-powered deepfake detector

McAfee's new tool on Lenovo PCs helps users spot fake audio in videos with 96% accuracy.

Microsoft's controversial Recall feature delayed

Microsoft's Recall AI, criticized for privacy concerns, won't be available for Windows testers until October.

Google adds Gemini AI-powered Polish feature for Gmail

Google's Gemini tool now offers a "Polish" option to refine your email drafts effortlessly.

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