The Rundown
Let’s dive into some of those huge updates:
Decart AI launched a new real-time AI art model.
Runway Gen 4.5 released image-to-video workflows.
Google DeepMind launched Genie 3, a world-building interactive tool.
Kling 3.0 has arrived, with significant upgrades to AI Video
Grok Imagine launched 10s video at 720p
Topaz Labs launches Starlight 2 Fast video upscaler
Suno Sounds launches sound effects.
Luma Ray 3.14 goes live.
LTX launches audio-to-video, a revolutionary way to prompt
Ready to dive in further? Let’s go!
A Deeper Dive
New Ways to Prompt!
LTX-2 launched audio-to-video. You can upload an image, insert a text prompt but also upload a music file that could contain soundtracks, SFX or even dialogue. The tool then creates a video that will match the audio you provided.
Suno has always been known as the go-to tool for anything AI music related. With their latest Suno Sounds release, you can focus on foley and SFX to add extra realism and cinematic results to your AI videos.
New Models Galore!
Runway Gen 4.5 launched a while go with text-to-video, but their latest update brings images into the mix. With native audio cooking next in their pipeline, this image step is impressive as it shows off the realistic and cinematic prowess of the 4.5 model.
Decart AI launched their real-time AI video model. Using your webcam, you can transform yourself into new characters, adjust your environment or even add objects into the scene.
This is especially interesting for live streaming and live events!
Kling 3.0 rounds up an impressive launch of new creative tools in 2026 so far.
The new model brings native audio, dialogue, 1080p and 15 second outputs together with a clever use of their Omni model for character and product references.
ACTION STEPS
The updates are overwhelming, but here is how you can get started today if you’re new:
Take time to explore all the updates above, and access free tiers (when possible) to generate image and video.
Most tools (ChatGPT, Gemini) will have image tools built in for you to try already.
Consider taking on a basic premium plan for 1 month that have many tools already built in (I recommend Freepik). I say 1 month because it’s enough time to see if you like a tool without a huge financial commitment.
Get involved with the AI community on 𝕏, there are so many incredible educators there showing the full power of these tools.
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Runway Code (for new accounts): JERROD25
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