FLUX 3 Image is now available via AI Gateway with unified API for generation and editing—supports up to ten reference images, five resolution tiers, and zero setup beyond an API key.
Summary
Eliminates vendor lock-in and account sprawl by routing Black Forest Labs models through a single gateway. Native AI SDK integration cuts integration time and enables image editing workflows alongside generation in one call.
Why it matters
Eliminates vendor lock-in and account sprawl by routing Black Forest Labs models through a single gateway. Native AI SDK integration cuts integration time and enables image editing workflows alongside generation in one call.
Implementation verdict
Replaces direct Black Forest Labs API calls and separate editing pipelines. Requires AI SDK 7+, single `AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY`, and model ID `bfl/flux-3-image`. Production-ready—drop-in replacement for existing image generation workflows; editing mode is new but stable.
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