The Vectrex, a pioneering video game console from 1982 known for its vector graphics and integrated CRT display, is experiencing a resurgence 40 years after its market failure due to the video game crash of the early '80s. Enthusiasts and collectors like Sean Kelly, co-founder of the National Videogame Museum, have played a significant role in reviving the console by releasing multi-carts with multiple games, including previously unreleased titles like Mail Plane. The console's unique hardware and graphics capabilities, along with new developer interest, are contributing to its newfound appreciation among retro gaming communities.
Adobe has announced major updates to its AI image synthesis features, including the launch of three new generative AI models: Firefly 2, Firefly Design Model, and Firefly Vector Model. These updates improve image quality, introduce AI-driven editing capabilities, and allow users to create editable vector images based on text prompts. Adobe is also introducing a "Generative Match" feature for matching the style of generated content to specific images. The company is actively addressing concerns around copyright and attribution by training its AI models on licensed and public domain content and advocating for legislative measures. The new features are available for testing in Adobe's web-based beta and will be integrated into Creative Cloud apps later.
Adobe has introduced the Firefly Vector Model, the world's first generative AI model focused on producing vector graphics, for its Illustrator tool. The model was trained on data from Adobe Stock and can create entire vector graphics from scratch. Users can now create scenes consisting of multiple objects through a text prompt and manipulate them individually. Additionally, new features include Mockup, which allows users to apply vector art to 3D scenes, and Retype, which converts static text in images to editable text. Illustrator is now available on the web as well.
Adobe Illustrator has launched a new feature called Vector Recoloring, which uses generative AI to adjust the color scheme of vector-based images. Users can upload their own Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files to Illustrator’s Vector Recoloring tool to generate different colors and palette variations within seconds, either by typing out a text description or selecting from a list of sample prompts. The feature is part of Adobe Firefly, a suite of creative generative AI models, and is available to test as part of the Firefly beta.
