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Pixlr is a group of AI-powered SaaS creative tools including Pixlr.com, Designs.ai and Vectr.com.[1] Pixlr.com is a cloud-based set of image editing tools and utilities, including a number of ĥ, AI image generation and a photo sharing service.

The Pixlr suite targets users who require simplle to advanced photo editing as well as graphic design.[2] It features a freemium business model with three subscription plans- Free, Premium and Teams.[3]

The platform can be used on desktop and also smartphones and tablets.[4] Pixlr is compatible with various image formats such as JPEG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, PSD (Photoshop Document) and PXZ (native Pixlr document format).[5]

Designs.ai helps to create content using AI within two minutes across different media types including videos, text, banners and audio.[6]

Vectr.com was acquired in 2017 by Inmagine before being spun out into Pixlr Group in 2023.[7][8]

History

Pixlr was founded in 2008 and built on Macromedia Flash.[9] On 19 July 2011, Autodesk announced that they had acquired the Pixlr suite.[10] In 2013, Time listed Pixlr as one of the top 50 websites of the year.[11]

In 2017, Pixlr was acquired by 123RF, which is part of Inmagine Group, a global creative ecosystem.[12] It was subsequently rebuilt and relaunched in HTML5 in 2019. In September 2023, Pixlr was awarded as the Top 13 GenAi Web Product by the world's top venture firm Andreessen Horowitz.[13]

In November 2023, Pixlr, Designs.ai and Vectr were combined as a new business group named Pixlr Group focusing on generative AI and creative software solutions.[14]

In May 2024, Pixlr was featured as one of the top 18 progressive web applications highlighted on Google I/O.[15]

Versions

Pixlr.com rebranded itself as a full creative suite in 2019 by introducing Pixlr X, Pixlr E and Pixlr M.[4]

The platform introduced more features in December 2021 with a new logo and added tools which include; Brushes, Heal tool, Animation, and Batch upload.[16] The brush feature enables the creation of hand-drawn effects. The Heal tool allows users to remove unwanted objects from their images[17] whereas the Animation feature can be used to include movements into their edits.[18] Users can also utilize Batch upload to edit up to 50 images simultaneously.[19]

In November 2022, Pixlr 2023 was launched with AI smart resize, colorize, text wrap and additional effects.[20]

In November 2023, Pixlr 2024 was launched with Pixlr Designer and new AI-powered updates which includes AI image generation, AI infill, AI inpainting and more. [21]

References

  1. ^ "Inmagine Group Announces Restructure into Two Independent Businesses, Strengthening Focus and Innovation in Content and Creative SaaS Industries – Inmagine". Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  2. ^ "How to edit photos with the Pixlr online editor - PC Advisor". 2012-06-16. Archived from the original on 2012-06-16. Retrieved 2021-04-22.
  3. ^ "Photo Editing Tools Pricing and Plans - Pixlr Editor". pixlr.com. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
  4. ^ a b "Inmagine | Press Release - Pixlr Revamps its Photo Editing Suite". Inmagine. 2020-03-27. Retrieved 2021-04-22.
  5. ^ "Photo editor online graphic design : Pixlr". Photo editor online graphic design : Pixlr. Retrieved 2021-04-22.
  6. ^ Dayangku, Sade (2019-12-12). "This Platform Created By A M'sian Helps You Craft Designs In Under 2 Mins, No Skills Required". Vulcan Post. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  7. ^ "123rf acquires Taiwanese design startup Vectr". Yahoo News. 2017-11-20. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  8. ^ "Inmagine Group Announces Restructure into Two Independent Businesses, Strengthening Focus and Innovation in Content and Creative SaaS Industries – Inmagine". Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  9. ^ BHANDARI, DEEPA. Take Off with Computers 7. S. Chand Publishing. ISBN 978-93-5253-251-3.
  10. ^ "Autodesk Acquires Online Photo Editing Service Pixlr". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2021-04-22.
  11. ^ McCracken, Harry (2013-05-11). "Pixlr | 50 Best Websites 2013 | TIME.com". Time. Archived from the original on 2013-05-11. Retrieved 2021-04-22.
  12. ^ "Tech in Asia - Connecting Asia's startup ecosystem". www.techinasia.com. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
  13. ^ Moore, Olivia (2023-09-13). "How Are Consumers Using Generative AI?". Andreessen Horowitz. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  14. ^ "Inmagine Group Announces Restructure into Two Independent Businesses, Strengthening Focus and Innovation in Content and Creative SaaS Industries – Inmagine". Retrieved 2024-03-29.
  15. ^ Khaw, Claudia (2024-05-17). "This M'sia-based startup got its AI-powered app featured at Google's biggest dev conference". Vulcan Post. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  16. ^ Li Ping, Ong (30 November 2021). "Pixlr reimagines creativity with Pixlr 2022". Marketing Interactive. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  17. ^ "REIMAGINE CREATIVITY WITH PIXLR 2022". News Wires. December 2021. Retrieved 1 December 2021.
  18. ^ "REIMAGINE CREATIVITY WITH PIXLR 2022". Eh Trend. Retrieved 1 December 2021.
  19. ^ Li Ping, Ong (30 November 2021). "Pixlr reimagines creativity with Pixlr 2022". Marketing Interactive. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  20. ^ "Pixlr 2023: An AI-Powered Experience Unlike Any Other – Pixlr Blog". 2023-02-14. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
  21. ^ Ltd, Avazona. "Pixlr 2024 Is Once Again Disrupting the Space with Powerful AI Photo Editing Tools". Newsfile. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
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