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Welcome to this new (special) edition!

Hello readers, Douglas here!

This week, Stability AI unveiled its latest image-generation powerhouse: Stable Diffusion 3.5.

With new model variants, more control over output style, and a renewed focus on prompt accuracy, Stable Diffusion 3.5 brings significant advancements to creative AI tools.

Let’s dive in! 👇

What’s New with Stable Diffusion 3.5?

Stable Diffusion 3.5 introduces a suite of models designed for high versatility and accessibility, available under the Stability AI Community License. This release includes:

• Stable Diffusion 3.5 Large: With 8 billion parameters, this model brings unmatched realism and precision at up to 1-megapixel resolution.

• Stable Diffusion 3.5 Large Turbo: A faster, streamlined version for rapid high-quality generation in just 4 steps.

• Stable Diffusion 3.5 Medium: Coming on October 29, this 2.5 billion-parameter model balances speed, quality, and versatility for consumer hardware.

Key Features

1. Highly Customizable Models
Each model in this release is designed to adapt to unique creative needs. With enhanced Query-Key Normalization, users can fine-tune output styles effortlessly, from hyperrealism to abstract art.

2. Performance on Consumer Hardware
Stability AI ensures that SD 3.5 models, especially the Medium and Large Turbo variants, perform efficiently on standard consumer devices without the need for high-end GPUs.

3. Diverse and Inclusive Outputs
SD 3.5 enhances style diversity and is capable of generating realistic and representative images across various styles—photography, line art, and more—all with minimal prompting.

Comparing Stable Diffusion’s Models

Stable Diffusion 3.5 Large sets a new standard in prompt adherence and image quality, often rivaling larger models. Large Turbo maintains high fidelity with record-breaking speed for its size, while Medium offers an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced, efficient model that still achieves impressive quality on simpler hardware.

Community and License Benefits

With the Stability AI Community License, users can access SD 3.5 models for non-commercial use freely, and for commercial use with under $1M in revenue. Stability AI’s licensing gives creators full ownership over generated media, allowing them to customize and monetize their outputs without restrictions.

Final Thoughts

Stable Diffusion 3.5 is Stability AI’s most versatile release yet. With these updates, Stability AI reaffirms its mission to empower creators with tools that are both accessible and high-performing. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a business, this release opens new doors for creative expression.

Thanks for your time!

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Hey readers, Doug here!

I'd like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to read The AI Newsroom.

I hope you enjoyed this new special edition about Stable Diffusion 3.5 :)

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