Tech Desk 
Oct 12, 2025
Microsoft is set to transform OneDrive into a full-fledged application, featuring a new interface, cutting-edge AI tools, and enhanced photo management capabilities, in a significant move to enhance cloud storage and file management.
The most recent update from the tech behemoth promises to completely change how users interact with their files and memories.
Microsoft OneDrive app update
The updated OneDrive app, which is anticipated to launch next year, will enable users to easily organise and edit photos across devices with its extensive photo gallery and dedicated people view.
AI-powered facial recognition will be used in the new layout to make it simple for users to label and classify photos.
In addition to cloud photos, Microsoft intends to add local photo editing functionality, enabling users to edit photos on their devices or upload them to OneDrive.
For users of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Premium, a new Copilot-powered feature called the Photos Agent will be accessible.
When needed, this virtual photo assistant can create personalised albums or retrieve holiday photos.
A major update is also being made to OneDrive's iOS and Android mobile apps, which now include AI-based editing features that automatically eliminate duplicate or blurry images and enhance images with animated effects.
For simple rediscovery, a Moments tab will bring up sentimental "on this day" memories and previous highlights.
Microsoft is updating OneDrive's sharing system to enable more seamless collaboration. By removing the need for unique share links and lowering the possibility of "access denied" errors, the new "hero link" feature enables users to copy and distribute a document's direct URL.
OneDrive is expected to become a vital tool for users looking for a smooth and effective way to manage their files and memories across all platforms as a result of these developments.
