Microsoft announced a rollback to the previous version of the Bing AI image generator following user complaints about decreased image quality.
Reverting to the previous model
Microsoft decided to revert to the previous model of the Bing AI image generator after numerous user complaints. The new PR16 model, based on OpenAI's DALL-E3, promised faster image generation with enhanced quality. However, after the update, users noticed a decline in image detail and accuracy.
Reasons for user dissatisfaction
Users expressed dissatisfaction with the update after images started looking less detailed. According to one user, the new model was trained at a lower resolution, leading to coarser lines and simplified styles. There were also suspicions that due to the high volume of requests, the model uses fewer computing resources.
User reaction and subsequent steps
On OpenAI forums and other platforms, users expressed a desire to return to the old model, which performed better with various artistic styles and creating realistic images. In response, Microsoft began the slow restoration of the previous model to address the current issues and regain user trust.
Microsoft suspended the implementation of the new Bing AI image generator version and reverted to the previous model to resolve identified issues and satisfy user demands.
