Meta has just launched a standalone AI image generator, using the same technology as its in-Messenger generative AI tool.
Currently only available in the United States, the AI tool turns text prompts into free images, with the ability to tweak and edit the pictures with further text-based prompts and comments.
This standalone experience is aimed at “creative hobbyists”, according to Meta, and lets you create images with technology from Emu, Meta’s image foundation model.
The AI messaging experience in Facebook chats remains but is “designed for more playful, back-and-forth interactions”, whereas the standalone tool means users can create and download free images on the web.
Released in the same blog post, Meta also announced the ability to ‘riff’ on AI-generated images within Facebook Messenger.
Facebook users can share an initial image through AI, with the person they’re chatting with then able to press and hold on the picture to riff on it with another text prompt. Meta AI will generate an entirely new image.
Meta has still more plans for its AI features for 2024, writing: “We continue to listen to people’s feedback based on their experiences with our AIs, including Meta AI.
“We’re still just scratching the surface of what AI can do. Stay tuned for more updates in the new year.”
How to use Meta’s AI image generator
Some users may have already tried out Meta’s in-Messenger AI image generator, accessed by typing /imagine and then describing what you want it to create.
Now, you can access the same service in a separate standalone tool. All you need to do to be able to use it is follow that link and type what you want it to create in the text box on the left-hand side.
You will need to log in with a Meta account in order to use the Imagine tool, but so long as you have a Facebook or Instagram account, that will enable you to gain access.
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