Recently, Google officially launched its latest text-to-image model **Imagen4** through the Gemini API, marking a significant milestone in the field of generative AI (AIGC). According to Google's official blog and community feedback, Imagen4 has made breakthroughs in generating text within images, solving long-standing technical bottlenecks in AIGC and providing developers with high-quality tools for visual content creation.
It is reported that the model comes in two versions: **Imagen4** and **Imagen4Ultra**, priced at $0.04 and $0.06 per image respectively. Currently, paid previews are available on the Gemini API and Google AI Studio, with some free trial spots open.
Compared to its predecessor Imagen3, Imagen4 significantly improves text rendering quality, supports image generation up to 2K resolution, and covers a diverse range of artistic styles from realistic to abstract. Its "fast mode" generates images 10 times faster, meeting the needs of efficient creation. Imagen4Ultra is designed for high-precision prompt alignment, suitable for scenarios such as advertising and publishing that require precise control. In addition, Google has mandated that all generated images include a **SynthID** digital watermark, ensuring traceability of content and helping to combat misinformation.
Developers can try Imagen4 for free through Google AI Studio or integrate it into the Gemini API to quickly build innovative applications. The community has responded enthusiastically to the release of Imagen4, calling it a "new benchmark" in the text-to-image field. Google stated that in the coming weeks, they will expand the model's availability and optimize pricing strategies, opening up creative possibilities for more developers.
