Imagen 4 has remarkable clarity in fine details like intricate fabrics, water droplets, and animal fur, and excels in both photorealistic and abstract styles. It can create images in a range of aspect ratios and up to 2K resolution - making it even better for printing or presentations.
As Google's latest advancement in AI technology, Imagen 4 marks a significant leap forward in image generating capabilities. While its predecessor, Imagen 3, already set high standards, Imagen 4 raises the bar by offering improvements in both quality and speed, promising up to 10 times faster performance in future versions. One of the standout features is its ability to render minute details with exceptional clarity. Whether it's the texture of fabrics or the sheen of water droplets, the model excels in creating stunningly realistic images.
A major breakthrough in Imagen 4 is its significantly improved text handling. Earlier models often struggled with text inside visuals, but now users can ask it to write labels, signs, or greetings, and it gets the words right. The model captures intricate details beautifully, is adept at generating images in a wide range of styles from hyperrealistic photographs to abstract art, and its typography improvements make it great for greeting cards, posters, or comics where clear text is essential.
Google claims it has improved text accuracy in generated cards, posters and comics. Imagen 4 is available starting today across the Gemini, Google Workspace, Whisk and Vertex AI apps. It isn't only available in Gemini; users can access it across Whisk, Vertex AI, Slides, Vids, Docs and more in Workspace. Google says that it will "soon" be launching a super-fast variant of Imagen 4 that's up to 10x faster than Imagen 3 at generating images.
In the realm of graphic design and digital content creation, Imagen 4 serves as an invaluable tool. The improved rendering of fine details such as fabrics, water droplets, and animal fur expands the possibilities for designers and artists who are striving to produce photorealistic or abstract creations. This opens new avenues for creativity, allowing artists to push the boundaries of traditional design with AI-powered assistance. Additionally, the compatibility with Google Workspace apps means that users can conveniently incorporate these high-quality images into presentations, documents, and videos.
Education also stands to benefit from the advent of Imagen 4. Educators can employ this AI tool to generate custom visuals that cater to specific teaching points, enriching the learning materials available to students. For instance, complex scientific diagrams or historical recreations can be brought to life, providing students with a more immersive learning experience.