.png)
April 20, 2025
The latest version of the Windows software Amuse (3.0.1) allows users to easily create AI-generated images and videos. Particularly noteworthy is the integration of video AI models, which enable the creation of videos based on text input ("Text-to-Video"). This opens up new creative possibilities for both experienced users and newcomers to the field of AI-powered media production.
Amuse is supported by AMD and is therefore optimized for Ryzen processors with AI coprocessors. However, the software is also compatible with other hardware configurations, including Nvidia graphics cards. If no dedicated hardware is available, the computation can also be performed on the CPU, although rendering times will be significantly longer in this case.
A key advantage of Amuse is the local processing of data. The software and the AI models are installed and run on the user's own computer, eliminating the need for an internet connection to create images and videos. This approach ensures user privacy, as the generated content and the prompts used are not stored on external servers.
Version 3.0.1 offers a range of new features and improvements. In addition to the new video AI models that enable the "Text-to-Video" functionality, the download mechanisms for the AI models have also been optimized. The selected models are now managed in a download queue, and interrupted downloads can be easily resumed.
The software offers various presets for aspect ratios and resolutions, including an "HQ" option for particularly high quality. By default, Amuse generates short video clips of two seconds in length at 24 frames per second. However, these parameters can be adjusted individually to achieve the desired video length and frame rate.
Amuse offers users the opportunity to experiment with different AI models and create their own images and videos. The software supports various functions, including AI upscaling and "feature extraction" from images to generate new image content using artificial intelligence.
The performance of the software depends on the hardware used. Initial tests show that generating a short video clip in low resolution on a powerful laptop can take several minutes. Longer videos and higher resolutions require correspondingly more computing time. The formulation of the text prompts also plays a crucial role in the result. It requires experience and a willingness to experiment to achieve the desired results.
Amuse 3.0.1 represents an important step in the democratization of AI-powered media production. The software allows users to immerse themselves in the world of AI-generated images and videos without special prior knowledge and without expensive hardware. The local processing of the data ensures the protection of privacy and offers users full control over their creative projects.
Quellen: - https://labatterie.yolasite.com/ - heise online: AI Videos and Images for Everyone: Amuse 3.0.1 Simplifies Handling of AI (19.04.2025)