We are pleased to announce that the latest version 26.5.12.0Â includes an online engine mode. Users can now upscale images faster than ever before, thanks to the acceleration provided by the cloud server GPU.
select online mode
A new AI model – Face Enhancement is included in the online engine mode so you can restore and enhance blurry faces in the desktop app without going to the web service or the mobile app.
Example result of Face Enhancement
Improvements
Now you can set up the automatic trigger with a specified AI model. Just import the images and the upscaling process will be automatically started.
Weâre pleased to announce that the latest version significantly improves processing speed through the Nero Cloud GPU (available since October 2023). With this enhancement, you can now upscale images faster than ever before â powered by the acceleration of Neroâs high-performance Cloud GPU.
What is the Cloud Process?
The Cloud process uses Neroâs remote AI engine integrated within the AI Image Upscaler (Windows Desktop App) to handle image processing tasks.
Your images are securely uploaded to our EU-based servers for processing. Rest assured â your photos are never stored after completion. Once the task is finished, all uploaded data is immediately and permanently deleted, ensuring that your personal images remain private and secure. We take your data privacy seriously and are fully committed to protecting it.
Why do we need the Cloud process?
AI image upscaling performance depends heavily on GPU power and efficiency.
In recent years, GPU prices have soared due to the growing demand from cryptocurrency mining and AI-generated content (AIGC). As a result, not every user can afford high-end graphics cards.
Even if you have a capable GPU at home, you might experience slower performance or limited access when using a laptop or traveling without your desktop PC.
The Online Engine Mode solves all these issues â no more errors, hardware limitations, or long waiting times.
With Nero Cloud GPU, youâll always enjoy fast, stable, and high-quality upscaling, wherever you are.
Can I use the Cloud process for free?
The Cloud process is not a free service â it requires Nero Credits to operate. Each upscaling task typically consumes 1â2 credits, depending on the selected model and options.
To use Cloud processing, youâll also need Pro version privileges. You can upgrade your entitlement through in-app purchases or online purchases.
Secondly, you need to have Pro version privileges. You can upgrade your entitlement through in-app purchases or online purchases.
If you have subscribed to our Platinum Suite 1-Year License (also known as the Nero Platinum Suite 365), simply sign in with your Nero Account to activate your entitlement.
As a bonus, weâll add 100 Nero Credits to your account after a successful purchase.
How to use the Cloud process?
Launch the app and import your image.
Set the target size, AI model, and face options, then click the [Cloud] button to start.
The app will upscale your image using the Nero Cloud GPU.
Once the processing is complete, donât forget to save your result.
đĄ Tip: You can enable Auto-start and set the engine mode to Online, then choose a default model.
After that, simply import an image â no need to click any button. The app will automatically begin upscaling using the Nero Cloud GPU, ensuring faster results on any PC.
What to Consider
Ensure you have a stable internet connection.
Pro version access is required to use Cloud processing.
Make sure you have enough Nero Credits, as each task consumes 1â2 credits.
After processing, remember to save your images to local storage promptly to avoid losing results.
Nero Muse is an AIGC app to generate AI art based on prompts and photos. AIGC stands for AI Generate Contents. It is an artificial intelligence-based tool that helps in generating photos and images.
How does Nero Muse work?
Nero Muse uses machine learning algorithms to analyze and understand the context, tone, and style of the content. It then generates unique and high-quality photos based on the input provided by the users such as prompts and reference images.
What are the benefits of using Nero Muse?
Using Nero Muse can save time and effort in image creation. It can generate images quickly and efficiently. Whatâs more, it is a lot of fun to share your AI artworks and creations. You can also get inspired by the Artwork Gallery which is published by other creators.
Is Nero Muse easy to use?
Nero Muse is designed to be user-friendly and easy to use.
The Rookie mode is designed for users who are not familiar with AI image generation at all. Users just need to select a photo from the library and choose a style. Then the app will turn the real photo into great AI art.
The Hall of Fame mode is a bit difficult for rookies who never heard about AI image generation. Like the other AI image generators, users need to write a prompt before AI starts to process.
What is prompt and how does it work?
In image generating, a prompt is a short description or phrase that provides the AI model with an idea or concept to generate an image from. The model then uses algorithms to create an image that matches the prompt. The quality of the generated image depends on the quality of the model and the level of detail provided in the prompt.
How to write a prompt for image generation?
To write a good prompt for image generation, you should be as specific and detailed as possible. Use descriptive language to convey the style, tone, and context you want the image to have. It’s also helpful to provide reference images or examples to give the AI model a better understanding of what you’re looking for. Experiment with different prompts and see what works best for you.
Is it free to use?
Yes, Nero Muse offers a free version with limited features. The free version allows users to generate images with some basic styles and limited quality. You can upgrade to the Pro version for unlimited access to all features and styles. The Pro version is available for a monthly or yearly subscription fee.
This is the changelog for Image Upscaler Microsoft Store
2.0.51.0
2025-03-27
Improvements
Now we will provide you a discount on Lifetime Plan regularly. Don’t miss out the offer!
Join the Microsoft Store sales
Localization update for German
2.0.50.0
2025-03-07
New features
1-Click Start/Cancel for Multiple Images You can now start or cancel upscaling with a single click for all selected images. This streamlined feature saves time and gives you greater control over batch processing.
1-click to start all images
New Local AI Model – Iris Meet Iris, our latest model designed to enhance fine contrast details like eyes, fur, hair, and feathers. Perfect for portraits and close-ups, Iris brings out the delicate textures in your images.
Meet our new model IRIS
Note: The “Iris” model is paid-only.Â
Seamless Editing in PhotoSnap After upscaling with Nero AI Image Upscaler, you can now fine-tune your images directly in PhotoSnap. Adjust colors, apply filters, retouch faces, add clip art, text, and moreâwithout missing a beat.
Seamless Editing in PhotoSnap
Improvements
You can now enable face enhancement with any online upscaling model, thanks to Nero Cloud GPU. Enjoy sharper, more detailed facial features across all your images.
Face Enhancement with All online Models
You can now set a targeted scaling ratio for online upscaling models, giving you more control over the final image size and quality.
Custom Scaling Ratios for Online Upscaling
Bugfixes
We’ve fixed an issue where the app failed to load the local upscaling engine on certain devices.
2.0.48.0
2025-02-12
New features
In-app purchase update – now you can subscribe to our Lifetime Plan.
2.0.43.0
New features
Model tips can now be shown or hidden based on your preferences
2.0.41.0
2024-12-11
New features
Now you can set the default upscaling ratio and models for all remaining unprocessed images with just 1-click.
Now you can set up the default AI model in the Options.
Support new format .webp
A 7-day free trial is now available.
2.0.12.0
2022-10-10
New features
Sign in or create a new Nero Account for a special gift now!
Hints with gif when cursor hovers on the model.
Show the progress status in the thumbnail list for the image under processing.
Support compression settings when saving results as jpeg files.
Keep original EXIF data in the result.
Improvements
Better sample image with result presenting.
The project will not be interrupted when the PC sleep.
Other improvements for stability and reliability.
2.0.6.0
2022-08-29
Improvements
Some improvements for Intel CPU acceleration.
2.0.3.0
2022-8-18
New
Some example images to start with.
You can input images from Google Drive
AI model selection is now available. Try different models for different photo till you get happy result.
You define how big the result goes. 2x, 4x or by targeted width and height values.
More comparison views:
Compare traditional and AI results with slide bar.
Batch processing is possible and up to 20 images in a row.
Improvements
Giant improvements on processing speed with NVIDIA GPU acceleration.
Save files with customized file name.
1.0.9.0
2021-11-1
Features
Microsoft Store initial release of Nero AI Image Upscaler – use artificial intelligence to increase image resolution with enhanced sharpness and detail.
Automatically updated how-to links on the Solutions page.
Launch the desktop app from howto.nero.com page.
Update the activation description.
2023-01-11
25.5.26.0
Improvements
Optimize the grouping of apps on the Start screen.
Improve the activation code detection.
Improve the click behavior of top5 use cases
Localization update for both Chinese simplified and traditional versions.
Other improvements include stability and reliability.
2022-11-24
25.5.21.0
New
Display the new features tutorials inside Mega Update.
2022-11-18
25.5.18.0
Improvements
Will not download and install all applications by default.
2022-11-9
25.5.15.0
New
Sign up new Nero Account and try the full Nero Platinum features for free!
You need to sign in Nero Account to keep apps, use case tutorials, and other sources up-to-date.
2022-10-28
25.5.13.0
Improvements
Compatibility with Nero AI Image Upscaler 365 and could be redeemed by activation code.
2022-10-21
25.5.12.0
New
Release for Nero 2023
Manufacturer filter for the use case.
New tab for use case search: New added.
New tab for use case search: Free to install
Improvements
Free to install Nero AI Image Upscaler
2022-9-15
24.5.102.0
Improvements
Improved the notification inbox.
Improved some localizations for Turkish.
2022-8-9
24.5.97.0
Features
New added “Top 5” use cases as well as the tutorial pages.
59 new use cases arrived with the tiny green dots.
Now you can find use case with platform and application filter.
Watch the tutorial video by use case.
More animation of use case results.
Improvements
Better searching results for mobile use cases.
2022-8-5
24.5.95.0
Improvements
Bug fixes and usability improvements.
2022-6-30
24.5.89.0
Features
New UI layout for app use case card and more tutorial links.
New Resources: AI Online
New 3-2-1 Eternity Backup
Improvements
Improves the online message.
Better use case search result display.
Fixes
White screen during 1st time installing in some cases.
2022-5-31
24.5.84.0
Features
Adds Market shortcut to desktop
Improvements
Improves the compatibility of the installer.
2022-5-31
24.5.84.0
Features
Adds Nero Market shortcut to desktop
Improvements
Improves the compatibility of the installer.
2022-5-27
24.5.83.0
[New] Highlight out the matched keywords
[New] More upgrade rocket animations
2022-4-21
24.5.78.0
Added more use cases and it is 235 in total.
Improved UI for external links.
We highlighted the tutorial page if it is available.
This update also includes some bug fixes and usability improvements.
2022-3-1
24.5.63.0
This update includes some bug fixes and usability improvements.
2022-1-26
24.5.56.0
This update includes some bug fixes and usability improvements.
2022-1-19
24.5.55.0
[New] Now you can start Nero apps with right-click menu easily.
[New] You can configure the settings for the mouse right-menu-button in Nero Start Options > General page.
[New]Â Added ‘Serial number‘ result in solution page.
[New] Introduced Audials Music Recorder 2022. Now you can experience the new version of Audials Music Recorder.
[New] Introduced Audials One 2022 in VIP Store. You can either upgrade to Audials One 2022 from Audials Music Recorder 2022 or from VIP Store in-app purchase directly.
[New] Added CUDA AI hardware acceleration downloading and compiling for AI upscaling on the Updates page.
2021-12-9
24.5.42.0
[New]Â Now you can search for more use cases of free apps.
[New]Â Added FAQ for ‘Activation Code‘ and now you can search for it.
[New]Â Added external links into the ‘Solution‘ page for some tutorial landing pages such as ‘Auto-recognize songs and CDs‘.
Optimize result displaying order during the search.
Update some icon and banner designs.
Changed Nero AI Photo Tagger app category to ‘Experience AI’.
Some improvements for speed, stability, and reliability.
2021-11-10
24.5.33.0
[New] Update now to regularly receive notifications for upcoming campaigns.
Improved compatibility with Win11 OS.
2021-10-20
24.5.23.0
2021 Q3 Release
[New] The new user interface provides you with dynamic and customized tabs such as âRecently usedâ and âFavoritesâ pages.
[New]Â See the latest released apps and most popular apps from users all over the world.
[New]Â Dedicated âUpdatesâ tabs keep you focused on the apps you have installed.
[New] Provides more than 200 solutions for mobile and PC with easier and faster accessibility and a âSearchâ bar on the âStartâ page.
[New]Â A brand new category âExperience AIâ provides easy access to apps that are powered by AI.
2021-8-4
23.5.2.59
This update includes some bug fixes and usability improvements.
2021-7-21
23.5.2.58
[Improvements] Improved download and install logic.
2021-6-25
23.5.2.57
[New]Â As a Nero user, you can log in to the Nero Account to purchase 3rd party apps in the VIP Store.
[Improvements]Â Added solution counter for Nero Use Case Database in Search Page.
[Improvements]You can upgrade to Nero Platinum Suite full version with flexible options, easier and fatser.
2021-5-20
23.5.2.53
[New]Â Nero MKV Converter is now added to the Extras page for Microsoft Store apps.
[New]Â Nero Score is now added to Extras page for Microsoft Store apps.
[New]Â 1001 TVs is now available from the Mobile Apps page.
2021-4-29
23.5.2.51
[New]Â You can report the download/update/install issues manually when it is failed in the Updates page.
Fixed some issues in download and installation.
2021-4-8
23.5.2.43
Improved download and install performance.
2021-2-5
23.5.2.36
[New]Â The update center now is displaying the package size of each application version.
Improved to support the upcoming version of Nero DuliplicateManager Photo x64 update.
2020-12-8
23.5.2.20
This update contains some improvements and bug fixes to continuously improve the quality:
Better compatibility – Nero Start has improved the download behavior when the network is poor.
Nero Start now is better compatible with Nero standalone products.
We have fixed some application update issues related to special characters in the installation path.
Better support Nero TuneItUp.
Now, in the ‘Search’ view, you can easily find what Nero AI can help you with and easily jump to the application.
2020-11-2
23.5.2.7
[NEW]Â Available to uninstall the application from the right-click menu.
Fix several issues in updating applications.
Fix issue for VIP Store.
2020-9-23
23.5.1.54
2020 Q3 release.
[NEW]Â VIP Store is available for Nero Platinum Suite – 1-year license. In the VIP store, exclusive discounts are available.
[NEW]Â Nero TuneItUp PRO is available for Nero Platinum Suite – 1-year license. Download, install and unlock it!
Fix issues to improve the software’s stability.
2020-9-16
23.5.1.48
[NEW]Â New Updates Center to install and Update Nero products.
[NEW]Â New designed Options screen in Nero Start.
[NEW]Â It is available to select one Nero product from all products in my Nero Account and show it on the Start screen.
Improved notifications in Nero Start.
Fix issues to improve the software’s stability.
2020-07-03
[NEW] You can get Nero products from Windows Store now. Open the âExtraâ screen, and find Nero in Windows Store.
Fix issues to improve the applicationâs stability.
