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dense point cloud

Major update to the tracking app generates dense point clouds from a tracked shot for export in USD files, or to train Gaussian Splats.

Saturday, May 30th, 2026

Updated, now shipping: Standalone tool coverts ultra-dense point cloud data into production-ready meshes.

Thursday, December 3rd, 2015

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

Friday, June 26th, 2026

Adobe to buy pioneering developer of AI image enhancement and upscaling tools. Read our FAQs on what the deal means for CG artists.

Friday, June 26th, 2026

Rendering and visualization software gets Apple GPU support, a new cloud rendering service, and new subscription pricing.

Thursday, June 25th, 2026

Pro photogrammetry tool can now use both AMD consumer and workstation GPUs to speed up processing. Free to indie artists.

Thursday, June 25th, 2026

Update to the 3D texture painting software for games and VFX reworks baking and UV unwrapping. Check out all of the new features.

Wednesday, June 24th, 2026

Read our pick of the latest artist features in the open-source game engine and real-time renderer, from better area lighting to HDR output.

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026