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Major update to the free image editing and vector design software adds scores of new features, new AI models, and a new scripting system.

Tuesday, September 15th, 2026

Check out the specs for Apple's 'most powerful chip ever', and see how it performs in CG applications like Nuke and Redshift.

Wednesday, August 26th, 2026

Standalone app and plugin for adding cinematic effects to still images also now works with non-Adobe software, including Affinity.

Friday, June 26th, 2026

AI firm's controversial contribution to the Blender Development Fund becomes a single donation; funding process to be 'strengthened'.

Monday, May 4th, 2026

New Blender Lab-developed add-on also now connects Anthropic's Claude AI models to the open-source 3D software. Read our FAQs.

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

Check out the latest features in the free image editing and vector design software, including a new integration with DaVinci Resolve.

Monday, April 27th, 2026

Full Pro version of the 2D animation and motion design tool for Windows and macOS is now free to individual artists for commercial use.

Friday, April 17th, 2026

Check out the new features in Affinity 3.1, including Live Tone Blend Groups and a new Tone Brush for compositing and retouching images.

Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

Check out the latest features in the motion design app just acquired by Canva, including a new Mesh solver for creating organic growth effects.

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

Motion design app is the 'missing piece' of Canva's Affinity design software, now available free. Read our FAQs on what it means for users.

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

New blog post provides more info on the AI-integrated tool for creating marketing visuals - but hasn't ended criticism on social media.

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

New all-in-one application Affinity by Canva combines capabilities from Affinity Photo, Designer and Publisher for pro graphics work.

Friday, October 31st, 2025

New owner pledges to preserve perpetual licenses of pro design tools - and key Adobe alternatives - Affinity Designer, Photo and Publisher.

Wednesday, March 27th, 2024