Adobe Max 2026 Unveils New AI Tools and 2027 ChatGPT Integration

Photoshop and Premiere receive major AI-powered workflow upgrades

Adobe introduced new creative tools and AI agents for Firefly, Premiere, and Photoshop, according to TechCrunch. 9to5Mac reported that these AI tools also extend to other applications within the suite.

Photoshop features now include a non-destructive Relight tool, a Generative Restyle function for visual styles via text prompts, and a Quick Compare slider for edits, Gadgets 360 reported. New beta features for Photoshop allow for realistic object placement with Mockups, viewpoint exploration via Camera Angles, and aspect ratio adjustments using Generative Recompose. Users can also utilize Convert to Text Layers, a Timelapse feature, and Remove Ambient Effect Only to clear atmospheric distractions.

The Generative Media Tool in Premiere enables users to generate video, sound effects, soundscapes, and music.

Adobe expands Creative Agent experience across applications

Adobe is expanding the Creative Agent experience with beta AI Assistants now available in Illustrator, Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, Frame.io, and the Photoshop beta app.

Premiere Mobile for iPhone now provides access to a licensed music library from Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group for non-commercial use. The app also includes two new agentic AI tools called Quick Cuts and an AI Assistant.

Lightroom users now have access to a Glow feature, Blemish Removal, and an Open Eyes feature in beta. Camera Tethering is also expanded for both desktop and iPad users.

Illustrator features new brushes, gradients, patterns, and graphic styles.

InDesign introduces a beta Co-editing feature and a Flex Layout tool for dynamic content adjustment. Editorial and accessibility issues are addressed through new Check Document and Rewrite tools.

Firefly adds Firefly Video for media organization and Firefly Design for multi-tool canvas work. Other additions include Quick Actions, Firefly Graph for workflows, and Firefly Builder in private beta for prototyping.

Firefly's AI Assistant now includes a Plan Mode for action approval and a Model Selector. Users can also preview Always-on agents for recurring tasks.

Topaz Labs acquisition brings Wonder 4 image enhancement

Adobe is introducing the Wonder 4 model for image enhancement following its acquisition of Topaz Labs. This release also includes the Image HDR model designed to convert standard images into high dynamic range files.

Model Context Protocol to enable local third-party AI integration

Adobe announced at Adobe Max 2026 that it will support the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This protocol allows users to connect creative software with third-party AI assistants and agents. Gadgets 360 reported that Adobe plans to allow users to connect its creative applications with these third-party AI assistants.

The company scheduled the integration of ChatGPT into its creative tools for 2027. GIGAZINE reported that MCP support will arrive in 2027, enabling AI-controlled operation of Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Adobe intends to integrate the Model Context Protocol into After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

These creative tools are designed to function outside of their traditional app environments. The integration will operate locally on the user's computer. Because the process runs locally, AI agents can work directly with native project files, including sequences, bins, vectors, and layers, without flattening them into a single output.

A private beta program for the Model Context Protocol integration is scheduled to begin in early 2027.