🚀 Midjourney Office Hours Highlights: November 20th

🚀 Major Developments in Progress

The Midjourney team is hard at work on some exciting developments, with Version 7 being a major focus. Currently in the debugging phase, Version 7 is unlikely to be released before Christmas 2024, as the team will not be working during the holiday period. One of the standout features of this version is its multi-lingual functionality, which is reportedly working well. Internally, there are discussions about Version 7.1, which could take one of two paths: a turbo version that prioritizes speed or a slower version that offers higher quality. Alongside Version 7, an improved version of Character References (Cref) is ready for release. Interestingly, the aesthetic of Version 7.1 may differ significantly from its predecessor.

For a quick overview, head straight to the TL;DR; section otherwise keep on reading.

Extended Recap

🎥 Video Model

The video model is another area of focus, currently undergoing tuning with positive progress. The team is busy with data collection and adjustments, and the model will be released similarly to an Upscaler, ensuring compatibility with older Midjourney models.

🔧 Upcoming Features

Several new features are on the horizon. Personalization Profiles are set to support multiple profiles soon, with a priority on integrating these new features into Version 7. Storytelling is another feature that has been announced as nearing release. Additionally, a new "workspace-style" organization feature is in development, and an expanded grid with batch functionality for 8 images is planned, although it will require some UI changes. Color Control is also scheduled for release after Version 7.

🔄 Strategic Changes

In terms of strategic changes, the development of 3D features has been significantly delayed, with the focus shifting toward an interactive "world model." The user interface is undergoing revisions, with two key priorities: enhancing the mobile editing experience and developing an advanced web editor.

🤫 Secret Projects

Lastly, the team is working on undisclosed hardware and software projects, keeping some exciting developments under wraps for now.

TL;DR:

🚀 Major Developments: Version 7 debugging, multi-lingual functionality, potential Version 7.1 paths, Character References ready for release.

🎥 Video Model: Tuning in progress, release like an Upscaler, compatible with older models.

🔧 Upcoming Features: Multi-profile support, storytelling, workspace organization, expanded grid, color control post-V7.

🔄 Strategic Changes: 3D development delayed, focus on "world model," UI revisions for mobile and web.

🤫 Secret Projects: Undisclosed hardware and software in progress.

Stay tuned for more updates as Midjourney continues to innovate and enhance its platform!

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