Tech giant Meta launches its free AI image generator in the form of the “Imagine With Meta AI” website. Following the trend of generators such as MidJourney and DALL-E 3, this new tool promises quality creations. Initially only available in the United States, it can be accessed via a VPN. The AI, based on the Emu model, stands out for its aesthetic-focused approach, generating high-quality images thanks to quality-tuning.
The app is powered by a pool of 1,1 billion photos from Facebook and Instagram, sparking questions about privacy. However, Meta ensures that usage respects users' privacy settings. To test the tool, users must go to the official website with a Meta account. Each generation creates four 1280×1280 images, identified by an “Imagined with AI” logo to avoid confusion with real photos.
In testing, the aesthetic is reminiscent of successful Instagram posts. Imagine With Meta AI automatically blocks violent or pornographic prompts, while avoiding famous people. Overall, the generator offers an alternative to the market without revolutionizing the sector.