RadianceKit is a native Mac application that enables users to create photorealistic 3D scenes from ordinary photos and videos through 3D Gaussian Splatting technology. It serves photographers, 3D artists, and creators who need to generate immersive 3D reconstructions directly on their Mac computers, offering a complete local alternative to cloud-based solutions.
Traditional 3D reconstruction methods like NeRF and photogrammetry often require cloud processing, complex setups, or multiple software tools, which can compromise data privacy, increase costs, and create workflow inefficiencies. RadianceKit addresses these issues by providing a fully local solution that keeps all data on the user's device while delivering faster, sharper 3D reconstructions that users can explore from any angle in real time.
The app features native GPU training on Apple Silicon, utilizing Metal compute to run 3D Gaussian Splatting training directly on M1, M2, M3, and M4 chips without requiring cloud uploads. This ensures user data remains secure on their machine while enabling fast 3D reconstruction from photos through optimized hardware acceleration.
RadianceKit offers both Simple Mode and Expert Mode interfaces to accommodate different user skill levels. Simple Mode guides users step-by-step through importing photos and generating 3D scenes with minimal configuration, while Expert Mode provides a professional three-panel layout with project navigation, interactive 3D viewports, training parameter inspectors, live loss curves, and comprehensive export options for advanced 3D scanning workflows.
The application includes an interactive Gaussian Editor that allows users to select and delete regions directly in the 3D viewport using brush tools. This enables precise removal of floating artifacts or unwanted scene elements with undo functionality, giving users fine control over their 3D reconstructions for cleaner final results.
RadianceKit supports six export formats including PLY, Compressed PLY, SPZ, glTF, .splat, and SOG, providing flexibility for different use cases and software compatibility. Additionally, users can create orbit videos or self-contained interactive web viewers that can be shared without requiring any additional software, making distribution and presentation straightforward.
The workflow follows a structured five-step process: users first import photos or videos into the app, then Apple Photogrammetry automatically computes camera positions during alignment. Next, Gaussian Splatting creates millions of tiny 3D ellipsoids that represent the scene, followed by real-time previewing from any angle, and finally export in preferred formats. This integrated approach eliminates the need for separate tools, Python environments, or command-line interfaces.
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Users benefit from complete data privacy since all processing occurs locally on their Mac without internet requirements, cost savings through one-time purchase pricing instead of subscriptions, and workflow efficiency through a unified application that handles the entire process from import to export. The results are photorealistic 3D scenes that load and render quickly with superior visual quality compared to traditional methods.
Concrete use cases include 3D scanning of physical objects like flower bouquets or plush toys for digital preservation, creating interactive web viewers of cultural artifacts like Michelangelo's David for educational purposes, generating orbit videos for product presentations, and producing 3D assets for creative projects without requiring specialized 3D modeling skills or expensive equipment.
The target users include photographers, 3D artists, educators, product designers, and cultural heritage professionals who use Apple Silicon Macs with macOS 26 Tahoe or later. The app integrates with existing workflows through support for multiple import formats including video files (.mp4, .mov, .m4v, .avi), photos (.jpg, .png, .heic, .tiff, .bmp), and existing splat files (.ply, .spz, .splat), with pricing based on a free 3-day trial followed by a one-time in-app purchase for full feature access.
RadianceKit delivers a comprehensive, privacy-focused solution for 3D Gaussian Splatting that combines advanced reconstruction technology with an accessible Mac-native interface, enabling users to transform ordinary media into explorable 3D scenes entirely on their local hardware.
RadianceKit targets photographers, 3D artists, educators, product designers, and cultural heritage professionals who use Apple Silicon Macs (M1 or later) with macOS 26 Tahoe or later. These users need to create photorealistic 3D scenes from photos and videos for various applications including digital preservation, educational content, product visualization, and creative projects. They value data privacy, workflow efficiency, and accessible 3D reconstruction tools that don't require cloud services, complex setups, or specialized technical knowledge in 3D modeling or programming.