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The Hindu
a day ago
- The Hindu
Google announces new AI editor for quicker photo fixes
As Google this week celebrates ten years of its Photos offering, the company launched a redesigned AI-powered editor that consolidates multiple tools and features for easier photo fixes. The new AI editor gives users suggestions to fix their images, and brings major editing tools to one location. These can be used for overall edits as well as to get suggestions or edits for specific parts of an image. Google also announced that tools such as Reimagine and Auto Frame, which were launched as part of the AI-powered Magic Editor offering for Pixel 9, would be coming to more devices. These GenAI features will be placed near other standard photo editing controls. Google said the new editor would begin rolling out globally to Android devices next month while iOS users will get the update later in the year. In addition to this, Google announced an easier way to share photo albums with others. Users can now generate QR codes to let people near them easily view albums or even get photos printed. Those with the QR code can also add photos. 'Today, more than 1.5 billion people use Google Photos each month, with over 9 trillion total photos and videos stored. Every month, you perform more than 370 million searches, share 440 million memories and edit 210 million photos,' said Shimrit Ben-Yair, Vice President, Google Photos & Google One in the post.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Google Photos introduces new AI tools, QR code sharing for albums
The Reimagine tool allows users to type a prompt to modify specific elements or add new features to a photo. — Google Google Photos is rolling out two new AI-powered editing features – Reimagine and Auto Frame – aimed at helping users enhance their photos. The Reimagine tool allows users to type a prompt to modify specific elements or add new features to a photo. According to Google in a blog post, users can get creative by changing the appearance of grass, trees, or even indoor decor within images. Meanwhile, Auto Frame enhances photos by suggesting different crops or using generative AI to fill in missing areas around the subject, aimed at helping users improve composition. Previously available only on Pixel devices, both tools will be accessible under the redesigned Editor tab as the company will begin rolling them out globally to Android devices next month, with iOS support coming later this year. In addition to editing tools, Google Photos also introduced a new way to share albums instantly via QR codes. The feature, now being rolled out, allows users to generate QR codes for easy album access – made for sharing with nearby friends or printing for group events. The updates come as Google Photos marked its 10th anniversary on May 28. The company boasted having more than 1.5 billion people use the app each month, collectively storing over nine trillion photos and videos. When it was first launched, Google Photos offered unlimited free storage for photos and videos. That policy ended in 2021, when the company announced that all new uploads would count toward the 15GB of free storage included with each Google account.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business Standard
Google Pixel exclusive AI features in Photos app coming to Android, iPhone
As part of an upcoming update to the Google Photos app, Google is redesigning its image editor and introducing several AI-powered features, including tools that were previously exclusive to Pixel smartphones. In a blog post announcing the changes, the company confirmed that features like Reimagine and Auto Frame will soon be available on more Android devices as well as iPhones. Originally introduced with the Pixel 9 series, Auto Frame uses generative AI to suggest different image compositions—cropping or widening shots and filling in empty space as needed. Reimagine, meanwhile, allows users to select parts of an image and apply detailed edits using natural language prompts. These tools will now become available to a broader user base beyond Pixel owners. In addition to these AI features, Google is updating the image editor's layout and adding several new capabilities to Google Photos. The updates will begin rolling out globally to Android devices next month, with iOS to follow later this year. Google Photos: What is new? Redesigned editor: The editing interface in Google Photos is being revamped to offer easier access to tools and AI-driven suggestions for quick edits. QR code album sharing: Users can now generate a QR code to share albums more easily. Anyone with the code will be able to view and contribute to the album. Travel history: A new 'Places' section under the Collections tab will show photos pinned on a map, making it easier to see where each picture was taken. Contextual search: Users will be able to search photos using natural prompts like 'me in a sparkly blue shirt' or 'Alice at the beach.' Recaps: Google Photos will automatically curate and highlight memorable moments with 'Best of Month' and 'Year-End Recap' collections, which can also be shared. Video montage: Users will be able to select photos and videos to create short highlight clips. Google will use AI to combine the content into a video with background music. Other features: Additional tools include auto-stacking similar photos, the ability to hide images of specific people, and a 'Free up space on this device' option to delete files already backed up to the cloud.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Hans India
Google Photos Turns 10 with Powerful AI Editing Features and Fresh Interface
As Google Photos celebrates its 10th anniversary, the popular photo management app is getting a major upgrade, with artificial intelligence at the centre of it all. The tech giant has announced a redesigned editing experience that introduces powerful AI-driven tools once exclusive to Pixel devices, now available to a wider user base. Two standout features in the update are Reimagine and Auto Frame, both powered by generative AI. These tools mark a significant leap in how users can enhance their photos with minimal effort. Reimagine allows users to transform the appearance of an image using simple, natural language prompts. For example, if you want to change an overcast sky in a picture, you can just type 'clear blue skies,' and the AI will automatically update the scene. It's an intuitive way to alter photos without needing advanced editing skills. Auto Frame, on the other hand, uses intelligent composition analysis to offer cropping suggestions or even extend the image beyond its original borders using AI-generated content. This helps users create more balanced and visually appealing images with just a few taps. The editor itself has also undergone a visual redesign aimed at improving usability. Google has replaced the old, multi-layered toolbar with a streamlined, single-row menu. Users now see three prominent shortcut options: Enhance, Dynamic, and a new option called AI Enhance. When selected, AI Enhance automatically generates three versions of the photo, applying different combinations of adjustments like sharpening, lighting correction, and object removal. Users can quickly preview and choose their preferred version, skipping the need for manual fine-tuning. Another notable feature is the ability to draw directly on photos to make targeted edits. Whether highlighting a person, background, or object, the tool detects the selection and offers appropriate enhancements, such as blurring the background or adjusting the lighting. In addition to editing improvements, Google has introduced a smarter way to share photo albums. Users can now create QR codes linked to albums, making it easy to share event photos with friends or guests. Scan the code at a party, for instance, and anyone can instantly view or contribute their own images in real time. 'Reimagine' and 'Auto Frame' were previously limited to select Pixel devices, but their broader release is part of Google's push to democratise high-end editing. The company says it wants these professional-grade tools to be accessible to everyday users—no design experience necessary. The updated Google Photos editor will begin rolling out globally to Android users in June, with iOS support arriving later this year. No firm date has been announced for iPhone users yet. As Google Photos marks a decade of helping users store and edit memories, this AI-focused redesign signals a clear future direction: smarter, simpler, and more creative photo editing for everyone.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Google Photos turns 10; Rolls out AI editor and smarter sharing via QR codes
Google Photos, a widely used cloud storage service for photos and videos, has launched a redesigned photo editor along with new AI-driven features. This update marks a significant milestone as the app reaches its 10th anniversary. The new tools and interface aim to simplify photo editing and bring advanced AI capabilities, previously limited to premium Pixel phones, to a broader user base. The updated editor introduces a streamlined layout that places all editing options within a single menu. Users can now tap on specific parts of a photo, such as the subject or background, and receive AI-generated suggestions tailored to that area. These suggestions help improve the selected section quickly without the need for manual adjustments. For full-image edits, the AI also offers combined effects to enhance photos in one step. Also read: PlayStation Days of Play Sale: Spider-Man 2, God of War Ragnarök, and more games get big price cuts Furthermore, two notable tools from the Google Pixel 9's Magic Editor, Reimagine and Auto frame, have also arrived in the Google Photos app. Reimagine uses generative AI to transform certain elements of a scene, such as changing an overcast sky to a sunny one. Auto frame helps users crop images automatically for better composition. These tools join traditional manual controls like brightness and contrast in the editor. In addition to editing upgrades, Google has introduced a faster way to share albums with people nearby. Users can now create a QR code that others can scan to access the album directly. This method also allows invited users to contribute photos to the shared album. Also read: Realme Neo 7 Turbo key features tipped online ahead of May 29 launch: Here's what to expect The rollout of these features is already underway. The QR code sharing option is now available to all users, following an early preview through an APK teardown last month. The redesigned photo editor will start reaching Android devices running version 8 or newer in June, with plans to extend availability to iOS devices later this year. This update aims to enhance user experience by combining simplicity and powerful AI in everyday photo editing tasks. Also read: Alcatel V3 Ultra, V3 Pro and V3 Classic launched in India with NXTPAPER display tech - Details The QR code sharing feature has started rolling out to all Google Photos users, following a preview found in an APK teardown last month, Android Authority reported. The redesigned photo editor will roll out starting in June to Android devices running version 8 or later. iOS users can expect the update later in the year.
