Ray3 News & Release Timeline

TL;DR

Stay ahead of Ray3 feature drops, Draft Mode tweaks, HDR upgrades, and API status changes. Each update links to deeper guides so you can adjust workflows quickly.

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Why This Timeline Matters

• Production teams can adjust budgets the moment Draft Mode pricing shifts.
• HDR/EXR improvements affect finishing pipelines; you need immediate notice.
• API rumors and partner programs influence integration roadmaps.
• Tracking updates strengthens client trust—you always know what’s live.

Latest Updates

• 2025-09-12 — Draft Mode Latency Drop: Ray3 cut average Draft Mode latency by 18%. Update your planning ratios and consider longer exploratory runs.
• 2025-08-28 — HDR Bit-Depth Upgrade: Hi-fi exports now support 16-bit float sequences; review the HDR checklist and confirm storage budgets.
• 2025-08-05 — Camera Phrase Helper Refresh: New presets added for orbit and tracking shots. Sync your Prompt Library to leverage them.
• 2025-07-22 — API Early Access Waitlist: Luma opened a waitlist for Ray3 API pilots. Ensure your abstraction layer is ready before you apply.
• 2025-06-30 — Firefly Integration Hint: Adobe teased Ray3 availability inside Firefly beta. Prep teams with the Firefly workflow guide.

Checklist

• Update Parameter Cards after each platform change.
• Re-run Draft vs hi-fi cost models when latency or pricing shifts.
• Inform post teams about HDR/EXR modifications.
• Refresh Prompt Library with new camera phrases.
• Monitor Alternatives when planning multi-model stacks.

FAQ

How often is this page updated?
Weekly during active release cycles; more frequently if API news breaks.

How do I get notified automatically?
Subscribe to the site newsletter (coming soon) and set alerts in your analytics stack for tool usage dips.

Where can I report a change?
Ping the Ray3 team or submit a note via the API Tracker contact form so we can verify and post.