Google's Gemini has long been able to create images based on your descriptions. But the latest features promise even better quality. Upgrading its image generation capabilities to Imagen 3 from Imagen 2, Gemini can now conjure up higher-quality images from your requests. The new image creation skills are accessible to both free and paid users of Gemini.
Google touts Imagen 3 as superior to its predecessor in several ways.
- Enhanced image quality: Images will include crisper details, more vibrant colors, and fewer imperfections.
- Better text generation: Wordmarks and taglines are better integrated into your images.
- Lifelike visuals: People, pets, and scenes are rendered in more photorealistic detail.
- Diverse styles: Your images can adopt any style from classic oil painting to modern digital art.
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A recent report from Google DeepMind evaluated Imagen 3 against Imagen 2 and other AI models, such as DALL-E 3, Midjourney v6, Stable Diffusion 3 Large, and Stable Diffusion XL 1.0. In a test that asked how satisfied people were with the image based on the prompt, Imagen 3 came in first by a significant margin. The powers of Imagen 3 are also accessible through ImageFX, Google's standalone image generator.
You can tap into Gemini's new capabilities at the Gemini website, in the Google Android app, and in the Google iOS app. I'll cover all three below. Now, let's see how this works.
How to use Google Gemini to generate high-quality images
Use the Gemini website
Use the Gemini Android app
Google offers a dedicated Gemini app for Android users. Like the website, the app will generate images based on your descriptions.
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Use the Google iOS app
Google doesn't offer a dedicated Gemini app for iOS. Instead, iPhone (and iPad) users can use Gemini through the Google app. Download the Google app from the App Store if you don't already have it.
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