Heads-up: Starting August 1, you won’t be able to use “ongoing” third-party Topaz coupon codes to get 15% discounts any longer. Only during periodic Topaz-initiated sales will you will be able to stack their discounts with a coupon (which I will provide on this blog) for a short time.
Right now the Topaz Image Quality Bundle (DeNoise AI, Gigapixel AI and Sharpen AI) happens to be on sale through 8/12 and the double-discount applies (save an extra $24 off the already reduced price).
Also, Topaz is currently combining the basic functionality of the Image Quality Bundle apps into a single new app called Photo AI. Currently in “early access” mode, you need to already own the Image Quality Bundle in order to gain free access to Photo AI.
So, if you don’t already have the three main apps, this coming week is the perfect time to buy-in to the Image Quality Bundle (or add any of the apps you are missing) at a discount and get started with the new Photo AI as a bonus (be sure to use the link above with the coupon!).
Here are a few screenshots from Photo AI, demonstrating historical facial enhancement as well as improvement of non-DSLR images in manual mode (Autopilot is also available):
Answers to frequently asked questions, from Topaz:
What is Topaz Photo AI?
Topaz Photo AI is auto-pilot for your image quality needs. Import an image to Topaz Photo AI and it will use specially trained AI models to first detect the unique problems in detail, clarity, and resolution before intelligently applying adjustments that will maximize your image quality. This software by the team at Topaz Labs is created to be an all-in-one solution to enhance your images using the power of machine-learning AI technology. At the moment, it is in early stages and combines the functionality of DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI into one application.
What are the operating system and system requirements for Topaz Photo AI?
Currently, Topaz Photo AI is supported on the Mac and Windows operating systems for desktops and laptops. Other systems such as Linux, tablets, or smartphones are unsupported.
How do I get Topaz Photo AI?
Any user who currently owns an active upgrade license for all three image quality applications (DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI) will also have access to Topaz Photo AI. This includes users who purchase the Photo Upgrade Plan and own all three image quality applications. You can claim your Topaz Photo AI license from your Account in Bundle & Legacy Upgrades.
Can I use Topaz Photo AI Early Access if I own only one or two of your photo apps?
Topaz Photo AI Early Access is available to customers who own our Image Quality bundle, which include DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, AND Gigapixel AI. You can complete your Image Quality bundle by purchasing the remaining applications which you do not already own. Once you complete your Image Quality bundle, you will be able to use Topaz Photo AI Early Access. (NOTE: Use the coupon linked above before 8/1!)
When do I use Topaz Photo AI on my image?
Great candidates are noisy images, low resolution images, blurry/out of focus images, and any images with a mix of those conflicts. As Topaz Photo AI is built with the combined functionality of DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI, it can fix image quality issues in one step instead of requiring the three steps that the separate applications would require. We recommend using Topaz Photo AI in the beginning of your workflow so you have a high quality image to work with, or jumping in and out as you determine the next image quality issue you need to fix.
What file types are compatible with Topaz Photo AI?
Topaz Photo AI will be compatible with all commonly used image types including: .JPG, .JPEG, .PNG, .TIF, .TIFF, .DNG. Topaz Photo AI will also have support for the many RAW camera files, including cameras from all your favorite camera manufacturers.
Will you be putting X feature into Topaz Photo AI?
At present, our priority is polishing Topaz Photo AI to deliver on our promise of auto-pilot for image quality. For that goal there are some features which we believe are necessary, including:
•Masking
•Cropping
•JPEG to RAW
•Plugin support for commonly used image editors and image catalog application
Some features will be from past applications, some will be entirely new. As always, we welcome feedback from our community.
Does Topaz Photo AI replace existing Image Quality applications (DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, Gigapixel AI)?
Topaz Photo AI is created as an auto-pilot for image quality, starting with the problems that we are best at solving and know users experience. The other image quality applications will give you much more control over specific problems if you know what you need to fix. As we continue to improve Topaz Photo AI, we will keep up with updates to the other image quality applications. Eventually, Topaz Photo AI will have all the features needed to fully take over the function of DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI. At that point, it may fully replace these applications.
When will it release?
Topaz Photo AI is currently in early access, which is a step towards a full launch. Two major items we would like to accomplish before releasing this application for purchase are:
1) A compelling auto-pilot image quality experience
2) Integrations for major image editing applications
Until we achieve at least those two items, we will continue to improve Topaz Photo AI without setting a determined release date.