Has Xara Live effect tool improved in version 19?

[koshi]

I've been using Xara designer pro X and Xara Photo & Graphic 15.
And I'm wondering if I should upgrade it to 19 or wait for 20?
Not sure what big features 19 has to offer and that is it worth upgrading now.

From my experience with Xara designer pro X and Xara Photo & Graphic 15,
I felt the need that Xara devs must work on the 'Live Effect Tool' performance.

And some new features like:

• Gradient on outlines.
• Mesh gradient.
• Maybe raytracing, a few materials, and better lights in the 3D tool. (I know that's too much to ask. :P)
• Styles attribute panel where we can create style attributes and also able to import and export them for future use.
• Pixel mode, pixel layer, and pixel brushes are helpful for pixel art.
• Flat symbolic icons for UI.

Also, I can't Use photo adjustment on the Live Effect Tool. :(
I also notice deleting a live effect also removes the transparency tool effect. it would be better if it don't.

Well, that's all. Let me know If version 19 has anything good.