AI Generate 3D - AIUNI and Polycam trials

After looking at the 3D generation in the report yesterday, I experienced two more AI-generated 3D products today, both recommended by Cindy from Eucli.

AIUNI

AIUNI (website: https://aiuni.ai/) is a platform focused on AI-generated unique assets, virtual avatars, and animations.

The platform offers the following five functions:

  1. Text or image to 3D (Beta version)
  2. Combining models with text or images to generate textures (Beta version)
  3. ReRender (Under development)
  4. Character (Under development)
  5. Animation (Under development)

For example, I uploaded a picture of my favorite Anya to check the generated effect:

Reference image

Effect image

If I use a base model and apply Anya's appearance features, the generated texture effect is as follows:

Base model image

Reference image

Generated texture image (slightly eerie)

In addition, I also browsed other generated effects in their library:

Overall, although there is still room for improvement, the effect after fine-tuning should improve significantly. However, it is still some distance away from commercial application.

Polycam

Polycam’s positioning is: enhancing your workflow through its free 3D creation tools.

The platform has the following nine functions:

  1. Gaussian spray tool - Create and view immersive 3D scenes
  2. Photogrammetry tool - Create and view 3D models of objects
  3. AI texture generator - Create custom 3D textures (only simple cube textures)
  4. Drone photogrammetry - Create 3D models from drone imagery
  5. Polycam Apple Vision Pro app - Introducing Polycam designed specifically for Apple Vision Pro
  6. 3D model uploader - Upload and share 3D models
  7. 3D LiDAR scanner - Create and view 3D LiDAR models
  8. 3D room scanner - Create and view 3D floor plans
  9. 360-degree image creator - Create and view 360-degree panoramic images

I scanned an Anya model myself, generating a 3D model with decent results:

Purchased model:

Polycam effect:

⬆️It looks a bit ugly, but it might be due to my photography skills. Moreover, since AIUNI uses a different technical approach, it's not a fair comparison between apples and pears.

In addition, I also browsed other generated effects in their library:

Polycam's product is closer to the commercial stage compared to fully AI-to-3D solutions starting from scratch.