Tech Desk 
May 29, 2025
Google is rolling out a major AI-powered overhaul for its Photos app to help people edit their photos faster and more easily, without needing a degree in professional photography or learning a paid app.
With this change to Google Photos, it's looking to make photo editing more fun and more accessible through the introduction of new AI tools, only previously available through Pixel phones.
Google Photos AI features
Google's redesigned editor now brings together all the smart features in one unified interface: Magic Editor, Auto Frame and a new powerful AI Enhance.
The Auto Frame tool was first seen in the Pixel 9, but the same suggestions for better photo angles and composition can now be suggested for all images.
If your image needs more background space, the tool uses generative AI to help reduce the need for a perfect composition.
Reimagine allows you to add new content into your photo – like a dog sitting in the background or more flowers – just by typing what you'd like to see.
Interestingly, this is like using advanced AI text-to-image tools, just much more simply now in Google Photos.
One of the most exciting new features is the AI Enhance button. When you tap it, the app shows three different versions of your photo.
Each version uses a mix of AI tricks like sharpening, removing unwanted objects, or improving lighting. You just pick the one you like best.
There’s also a smarter way to edit specific areas of your photo. You can now draw on the image to select a person or object, and the app will recommend changes like background blur or lighting adjustments, no need to search through menus.
These AI photo editing features are coming to Android phones next month, while iPhone users will get them later this year.
Additionally, Google is also adding a new QR code sharing option, making it easier to share albums with groups like wedding guests or event attendees.
