Use Your Phone To Make Anything 3D With Luma AI!

Chukwubuikem Oguagha
7 Jan 202405:03

TLDRChuku Bum introduces Luma AI, a groundbreaking software that allows users to transform everyday objects into 3D models using just their smartphones. The process is straightforward: after downloading the iOS app, users point their camera at an object, capture it from different angles, and place it within an AR box to set the space. Despite some initial challenges, the rendering process, which can take up to 30 minutes, results in a 3D model that can be previewed and shared. Although the quality may not be professional, the ease and speed of creation are impressive. The app supports sharing in various formats, including high poly diffuse models suitable for 3D editing software like Blender. Bum expresses excitement about the potential of AI in 3D modeling and his eagerness to integrate these models into his projects, promising to learn Blender for more advanced applications.

Takeaways

  • 📱 Luma Labs is a software that can convert real-world objects into 3D models using your phone.
  • 🌐 The process involves using the Luma website to capture and create 3D models.
  • 📸 You need to point your phone's camera at the object, tap the screen, and then move to capture the object from different angles.
  • 📐 An AR box is used to define the space around the object, which can be adjusted for size.
  • 🔄 The app guides you through the process, making it simple even for beginners.
  • ⏱️ Rendering the 3D model can take about 30 minutes, depending on the complexity.
  • 🎨 The quality of the render is not professional, but it's impressive considering the ease and speed of creation.
  • 👀 You can preview the 3D model within the app from various angles after rendering.
  • 📂 The model can be shared and exported in different formats, such as glTF for high-poly diffuse models.
  • 💻 The exported .glb file can be used in 3D editing software like Blender and After Effects.
  • 📈 Luma AI is part of the ongoing evolution and improvement in AI technology.
  • 🎉 The presenter is excited about the future possibilities and plans to learn more about Blender.

Q & A

  • What is the name of the software that can turn real-world objects into 3D models?

    -The software is called Luma AI, developed by Luma Labs.

  • What kind of objects can be turned into 3D models using Luma AI?

    -Luma AI can turn everyday items, such as a water bottle, into 3D models.

  • What is the first step in creating a 3D model with Luma AI?

    -The first step is to point the camera directly at the object you want to model and ensure the crosshair is in the middle of it.

  • How does the process of creating a 3D model with Luma AI work?

    -After pointing the camera at the object, you tap the screen, move to the back or opposite side to capture the front and back, then place the object in an AR box to determine the space it takes.

  • What is an AR box in the context of Luma AI?

    -An AR box is a virtual space that determines the amount of space the object takes in the 3D model and helps in adjusting the size of the object in the model.

  • How long does it typically take for Luma AI to render a 3D model?

    -On average, it takes about 30 minutes for Luma AI to render a 3D model, depending on the complexity of the object.

  • What is the quality of the 3D models generated by Luma AI?

    -The quality of the render is not quite professional, but it is impressive considering it requires no 3D modeling experience and only takes a few minutes.

  • How can you preview the 3D model after it has been rendered in Luma AI?

    -You can preview the 3D model within the app by opening it up and viewing it from different angles provided.

  • What file format is used to share the 3D model from Luma AI?

    -The file format used to share the 3D model is glb (GL Transmission Format), which can be chosen from the share options in the app.

  • What are some software applications where you can import the 3D models created with Luma AI?

    -The 3D models can be imported into software like Blender and After Effects for further editing and use in projects.

  • What does the speaker plan to learn to enhance their use of Luma AI and 3D models?

    -The speaker plans to learn Blender to have more fun and create more advanced projects with the 3D models generated by Luma AI.

  • What are some potential issues or 'kinks' that Luma AI might need to work out?

    -While the speaker does not specify the exact issues, they mention that Luma AI is not perfect and has a few kinks that need to be worked out, suggesting there may be room for improvement in the rendering process or user experience.

Outlines

00:00

🚀 Introduction to Luma Labs and 3D Modeling

The video begins with the host, Chuku Bum, introducing Luma Labs, a remarkable platform that facilitates the conversion of real-world objects into 3D models. These models can then be imported into various software like Blender and After Effects. The host discusses the ease of creating a 3D model by simply entering a prompt. The website for Luma Labs is showcased, highlighting its visually appealing interface and the capability to capture real-world objects and transform them into interactive 3D scenes. The host also mentions a drone shot of a castle, demonstrating the platform's ability to create realistic 3D landscapes. The process of creating a 3D model using an iOS app is outlined, emphasizing the simplicity of the app's guidance and the steps involved in capturing the object from different angles and within an AR box to determine its spatial dimensions.

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Keywords

💡Luma Labs

Luma Labs is a company that has developed an innovative website and software which allows users to convert real-world objects into 3D models. In the video, the host discusses how this technology can be utilized to create 3D models that can be imported into various software such as Blender and After Effects. It represents the core technology being reviewed and demonstrated in the video.

💡3D models

3D models refer to three-dimensional representations of objects which can be manipulated and viewed from different angles. In the context of the video, the host talks about creating 3D models of real-world objects using Luma Labs' software, which is a central theme of the video as it showcases the process and potential uses of these models.

💡Blender

Blender is a free and open-source 3D computer graphics software toolset used for creating animated films, visual effects, art, 3D printed models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, and computer games. The host mentions importing 3D models created with Luma Labs into Blender, indicating it as one of the platforms where the 3D models can be utilized.

💡After Effects

Adobe After Effects is a digital visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing application developed by Adobe Systems. It is used in the post-production process of film making, television production and media presentations. The host of the video mentions After Effects as another software where the 3D models can be imported and used, highlighting its relevance in video production.

💡iOS version

The iOS version refers to the mobile application developed by Luma Labs for Apple's iOS devices. The host discusses downloading this app to enable the creation of 3D models using just a camera and everyday items, which is a significant part of the video's demonstration.

💡AR box

AR box, or Augmented Reality box, is a feature within the Luma app that allows users to define the space within which a real-world object will be converted into a 3D model. The host explains the process of adjusting the AR box to fit the object and how it affects the 3D modeling process.

💡Rendering

Rendering in the context of 3D graphics refers to the process of generating a 2D image from a 3D model. The host describes the rendering process with Luma's software, noting that it can take some time but results in a 3D model without requiring professional 3D modeling experience.

💡gltf

glTF (GL Transmission Format) is a file format for 3D models and animations optimized for efficiency and speed. The host mentions choosing the 'gltf' option to export the 3D model from Luma's app, indicating it as a common format for sharing and using 3D models across different platforms.

💡High poly defuse

High poly defuse refers to a 3D model with a high number of polygons, which results in a more detailed and smoother surface appearance. The host chooses the high poly defuse option when exporting the model, which suggests a preference for higher quality models despite potential compatibility warnings.

💡AI evolution

AI evolution refers to the ongoing advancements and improvements in artificial intelligence technology. The host comments on the progress made in AI over the past year and expresses optimism for future developments, particularly in the context of 3D modeling and Luma Labs' software.

💡3D rendering model

A 3D rendering model is a detailed representation of a 3D object or scene, created with software that simulates the way light interacts with objects. The host talks about obtaining a good 3D rendering model of his sister, which required multiple attempts and even going outside to achieve, emphasizing the practical application of the technology.

Highlights

Luma Labs is an innovative website and software that allows users to turn real-world objects into 3D models.

Objects can be imported into various software like Blender and After Effects for further use.

The process involves entering a prompt to generate a full-fledged 3D model.

Luma's website showcases the capability to capture real-world objects and convert them into 3D models.

An iOS app version is available for creating 3D objects from everyday items.

The app guides users through the process of capturing and creating 3D models.

Objects are placed in an AR box to determine the space they occupy for the 3D model.

Capturing 3D models may require multiple attempts and adequate space.

The rendering process can take up to 30 minutes depending on the complexity.

While the quality may not be professional, the ease of use and lack of 3D modeling experience required are significant advantages.

Users can preview the 3D model from different angles within the app.

The app allows sharing of the 3D model in various formats, including glTF with high poly diffuse.

A warning is provided that the render may not look the same in different 3D editing software.

The resulting .glb file can be used in projects or uploaded to a personal drive.

The presenter plans to learn Blender to enhance the use of these 3D models in future videos.

After Effects can also be used to import and work with the created 3D models.

The technology is not perfect and has some kinks to work out, but it represents a significant evolution in AI.

Luma AI demonstrates the future of AI in making 3D modeling accessible to users without professional training.