News: AECO
ToolTalk: Ichi is AI-powered QA/QC and CA review for AEC
Ichi is our focus today in this ToolTalk article as we overview the new upcoming AI-powered QA/QC and CA phase automation software for the AEC industry
AIA26: Expo Show Floor Report 7—Layer, Arcol, Egnyte and more...
Arco, Egnyte, BIMbeats, Layer 4 and more AI apps are just some of the software are subjects of our 7th AIA26 show report
ToolTalk: Part 3 — Architects deserve better tools for CA
PART 3 is serious software built specifically for the needs of architects and managing the construction administration (CA) phase of projects.
News: Visualization
D5 Render 3.1: The Future of Architectural Design Reviews
D5 3.1 is changing the nature of architectural design reviews where interactivity is destined for the future of how architects collaborate with stakeholders
D5 Lite for Rhino and Revit Now Available
Real-time visualization inside of Rhino and Revit for uninterrupted creative exploration and BIM authoring visual feedback
AIA26: Expo Show Floor Report 4—Chaos
Chaos is the subject of our fourth AIA26 show floor report and we summarize their core arch viz apps
Industry Commentary and Analysis
Autodesk Revit 2022 Now Available—More Open Solution for BIM
Revit 2022 is now available and offers the BIM market and its users more interoperability with other software systems and many improvements across a range of areas for multiple AEC disciplines.
SimScale Integrates Parasolid and HOOPS Exchange for more Powerful 3D CAD Handling
In just over a half-decade this young German software company has more than 100,000 customers utilizing its range of engineering analysis software, distributed through a SaaS model through the web.
Vectorworks, Inc. Brings Apple's ARKit to CAD/BIM Designers—Lastest Nomad App
Nomad’s ARKit update adds power to design services delivery for architects and related professionals on the Vectorworks platform. Now clients and designers alike can see full-scale 3D models in actual environments.
News: CAID
AU25: All About Autodesk's AI Neural CAD Engines
Architosh discusses details of Autodesk’s new AI foundation models (neural CAD engines) with insights from interactions at AU25.
IMSI Design Releases TurboCAD Mac 15
TurboCAD Mac 15 product line features AI-powered TurboCAD Mac Copilot features to leverage AI technologies in AEC and MCAD CAD workflows.
Luxion Releases KeyShot 11
KeyShot 11 is a pivotal release that expands Luxion’s continued advancements with users to solve their most pressing product development needs in the areas of material design, information management, motion, automation, and presentation.
News: MCAD
Graebert releases ARES 2027—big AI push and Forma integration
Graebert of Berlin delivers substantial updates to ARES 2027 product line with deep AI advancements and Autodesk Forma Cloud integrations.
ProgeSOFT releases DWG-native iCADMac 2025
iCADMac 2025 from ProgeSOFT of Switzerland offers further competition to AutoCAD and other native DWG CAD applications with the latest macOS compatibility and optimization for ARM and Intel.
Product Watch: BOXX APEXX S3 and S4 with Intel Core Ultra CPUs
BOXX Technologies is the first pro workstation maker to ship new workstations featuring Intel Core Ultra 7 and Ultra 9 processors.
News: Animation & VFX
Cinema 4D Comes to iPad
Award-winning Cinema 4D 3D modeling and animation system coming to Apple iPad in late 2026 — enabling creativity on the go
Maxon appoints Steve Forde to Chief Product Officer
Maxon appoints Steve Forde as Chief Product Officer (CPO), where he will lead Maxon’s global product group and drive innovation and deeper connections to artists’ needs.
Chaos releases Vantage 3—real-time visualization platform
Chaos Vantage 3 boasts major new features in its biggest update in years, including Gaussian splat and USD file support, Night Sky system, AI tech, and a whole lot more.
Editor's Picks
News: Apple
Apple and TSMC working in AI chip for data centers
Apple and TSMC have been secretly working together on AI chips for data centers for years. Apple aims to edge up Google and Microsoft in the AI arms race.
Apple Intros Apple Silicon-based Mac Pro
Apple’s lovable Mac Pro enclosure is now married to Apple’s industry-leading Apple Silicon. But the new M2 Ultra-powered workstation isn’t for everyone.
Gurman says Apple Reality One Headset will have iOS-like Interface
Apple’s Reality One VR/AR headset may be a game changer for the immersive industry with a digital crown feature that is said to be a key feature.
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- Apr 29, 25 – Nemetschek Group Joins Forces with Google Cloud [07:20 am] 0 responses
- Apr 25, 25 – Chaos launches Chaos Anima 6—First Traffic Simulation for ArchViz [06:21 am] 0 responses
- Apr 23, 25 – ARES and AutoCAD — Locked In Global Duel for DWG Supremacy [07:23 am] 0 responses
- Apr 17, 25 – What’s new in AutoCAD 2026 [06:30 am] 0 responses
- Apr 09, 25 – Revit 2026 marks 25 years of BIM innovation—What’s New [12:14 pm] 0 responses
- Apr 02, 25 – BACTalks 2025—Autodesk’s VP Nicolas Mangon Keynotes [05:05 am] 0 responses
- Mar 31, 25 – Motif Takes Aim at Established BIM Players with Innovation [09:28 pm] 0 responses
- Mar 24, 25 – Nemetschek Group Tops 1 Billion USD — Positive Momentum in 2025 [12:30 pm] 0 responses
- Mar 17, 25 – ALLPLAN buys US-based Manufacton — Boosts DfMA Sector [08:42 am] 0 responses
- Mar 17, 25 – Vectorworks Open House Returns with Fresh New Format [07:52 am] 0 responses
- Mar 10, 25 – Graphisoft launches Archicad Studio subscription plan [08:47 pm] 0 responses
- Mar 04, 25 – New SketchUp 2025 gets more serious about visualization [09:17 am] 0 responses
- Feb 24, 25 – Chaos acquires EvolveLAB and its AEC AI Tools [09:23 am] 0 responses
- Feb 24, 25 – Epic Games releases Twinmotion 2025.1 [08:51 am] 0 responses
- Feb 18, 25 – Jonathan Pickup Launches ‘Vectorworks Training Skool’ [01:41 pm] 0 responses
- Feb 14, 25 – Vectorworks’ CEO Dr. Biplab Sarkar Retiring — Jason Pletcher Named CEO [12:57 pm] 0 responses
- Feb 12, 25 – Newforma announces Newforma Konekt File Server Connector [06:00 am] 0 responses
- Feb 10, 25 – Ex-Autodesk CEO Launches Motif—Aims at Revit [06:10 am] 0 responses
- Feb 05, 25 – ToolTalk: Looking at Skema’s SketchUp Integration for Design [06:02 am] 0 responses
- Feb 03, 25 – Nemetschek Begins 2025 Strong — Tech Trends and AI Assistant [09:27 pm] 0 responses
- Jan 31, 25 – Bluebeam Expands Into France [10:07 am] 0 responses
- Jan 31, 25 – ToolTalk: Looking at Dalux the world’s fastest BIM model viewer [06:27 am] 0 responses
- Jan 17, 25 – Maxon acquires Laubwerk for 3D plant assets [08:52 am] 0 responses
- Jan 15, 25 – Nemetschek Unveils AI Assistant for AEC Industry [12:30 pm] 0 responses
- Jan 13, 25 – Solibri Introduces Solibri CheckPoint for ACC and Procore [06:10 pm] 0 responses
- Dec 20, 24 – New Vectorworks Report Highlights AI, VR and Sustainability Trends [11:39 am] 0 responses
- Dec 13, 24 – Chaos launches V-Ray 7 for SketchUp and Rhino [06:36 pm] 0 responses
- Dec 12, 24 – Major SPECworkstation 4.0 update—adds A/ML workloads [11:37 am] 0 responses
- Dec 09, 24 – Nvidia aims for high-end ARM chip in September 2025 [06:00 am] 0 responses
- Dec 06, 24 – 3D News: Khronos Group Launches Slang Initiative for Graphics [08:01 am] 0 responses
- Dec 05, 24 – Nemetschek Invests in US-based Document Crunch [08:06 am] 0 responses
- Dec 05, 24 – Chaos Launches Envision Beta—Real-Time AEC Animation [07:35 am] 0 responses
- Dec 03, 24 – Available Worldwide — Allplan 2025, Vectorworks 2025 and Archicad 28 [07:37 am] 0 responses
- Nov 21, 24 – Product Watch: BOXX APEXX S3 and S4 with Intel Core Ultra CPUs [07:11 am] 0 responses
- Nov 20, 24 – ILEXSOFT’s new HighDesign R8.2 for architectural design [07:44 am] 0 responses
- Nov 13, 24 – Vectorworks Demystifies BIM for All with new Beginners Guide [07:45 am] 0 responses
- Nov 02, 24 – Nvidia to enter PC market with high-end ARM chip [08:13 pm] 0 responses
- Nov 01, 24 – ARKANCE unveils Bluebeam to ACC Connector [08:00 am] 0 responses
- Oct 21, 24 – AU: Autodesk advances Forma, Docs and intros Forma Board [07:01 am] 0 responses
- Oct 18, 24 – AU News: Chaos Offers First Look at Chaos Envision and V-Ray 7 for Max [07:16 am] 0 responses
- Oct 07, 24 – Nemetschek Group announces vision for Artificial Intelligence [12:30 pm] 0 responses
- Oct 02, 24 – Explore new era of smart design with Graphisoft [04:41 am] 0 responses
- Sep 30, 24 – Behind the Scenes of Vectorworks 2025: Leadership Talk Innovation with Architosh [06:04 am] 0 responses
- Sep 24, 24 – Newforma Enhances Konekt AEC Cloud Management Solution [06:54 am] 0 responses
- Sep 20, 24 – Graphisoft BIMx with Apple Vision Pro wins 2024 Best of Products Award [08:49 am] 0 responses
- Sep 18, 24 – Finch3d Advances AI-based Floor Plan Generator [07:37 am] 0 responses
- Sep 10, 24 – Vectorworks releases Vectorworks 2025 Product Line [09:00 am] 0 responses
- Sep 09, 24 – Discover ALLPLAN 2025 at Virtual Launch Event [01:00 pm] 0 responses
- Sep 03, 24 – Vectorworks Landmark 2024 Named a Green Industry Pros 2024 Editor’s Choice Award Winner [07:45 am] 0 responses
- Aug 26, 24 – IMSI Design Releases TurboCAD Mac 15 [07:05 am] 0 responses
- Aug 22, 24 – Archicad 28’s cloud-based AI Visualizer—open to everyone for limited time [08:11 am] 0 responses
- Aug 16, 24 – Vectorworks Boasts Upcoming 2025 Release—Major New Features [08:07 am] 0 responses
- Aug 16, 24 – New BOXX Workstations Feature AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Processors [07:01 am] 0 responses
- Aug 15, 24 – Nemetschek Group—Strong 1H Fiscal 2024 Results [08:13 am] 0 responses
- Aug 14, 24 – Bluebeam Kicks Off Global Roadshow in Six Cities [07:52 am] 0 responses
- Aug 13, 24 – Registration Opens for Vectorworks Design Days 2024 [07:31 am] 0 responses
- Aug 09, 24 – LiveSync technology brings D5 real-time rendering to Vectorworks [07:47 am] 0 responses
- Aug 08, 24 – Chaos Launches Enscape 4.1—New Real-Time Energy Modeling Added [07:55 am] 0 responses
- Aug 07, 24 – Autodesk named Official Design and Make Platform for LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games [08:15 am] 0 responses
- Jul 30, 24 – New ActiveDraft Cloud PDF Markup Tool for AEC [08:33 am] 0 responses
