For photographers juggling thousands of images, 2024 was the year Polarr Next took the photo editing workflow to a whole new level. In January 2024, we launched Polarr Next as an AI-powered photo editor and transformed it into a complete AI photo culling and editing post-production hub.
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If time is money, Polarr Next helps photographers keep more of both, making it easier than ever to cull, refine and deliver high-quality images - fast. Here’s our major Polarr Next milestones that redefined batch photo editing in 2024:

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January 2024 - Polarr Next Open Beta

• Polarr Next debuted with AI Masking, transferable masking edits, and JPEG support. This boosted the editing workflow for photographers by allowing them to train their own AI style for quicker and consistent edits.
  
  

March 2024 - Version 1.0

• Version 1.0 introduced new AI editing tools like the Healing Tool, transferrable healing edits, and B&W Color Mode, enabling quick and precise professional edits.
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‍July 2024 - My AI Styles

• The launch of the “My AI Style” tab allowed photographers to easily manage, customize and track their styles in one place.
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‍September 2024 - Version 2.0

• Version 2.0 brought AI Culling to Polarr Next. Now, AI Culling, Style Training and AI editing was combined into one, seamless experience - eliminating the need for multiple tools and plugins.
• We also introduced ultra-fast AI culling where Polarr Next automatically scores your images based on face, focus and smiles - making it easier for you to select your final photos.
• Our Polarr Next Desktop App was released, giving photographers greater flexibility to access Polarr Next without the need of installing Google Chrome or Microsoft edge.
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‍October 2024 - AI Culling Keeper Suggestions

• After hearing feedback from Polarr Next photographers, we introduced AI Culling Keeper Suggestions. This tool allows you to select a specific number of photos you’d like to deliver. Then, Polarr Next AI will suggest the best photos for you.
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‍December 2024 - AI Culling Auto Exposure

• Photographers expressed that it can be difficult to cull photos when your RAWs are dark. In December, we introduced Auto Exposure in Culling which temporarily brightens photos, making it easier to review and select your final keepers.
  
  

2024 was just the beginning for Polarr Next. Imagine what’s coming next. With an ever-growing community of photographers, we’re committed to shaping the future of AI photo editing with more AI powered tools and enhancements in 2025.

Join the Polarr Next Community to stay updated with what’s coming next and share your feedback and suggestions: 
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Polarr Next Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/polarrnext
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