Google Photos Unleashes Free AI Editing Tools for All
Google Photos, the popular photo storage and editing service, is expanding its AI-powered editing tools to all users, free of charge. This move makes sophisticated editing capabilities accessible to everyone, empowering users to enhance their photos effortlessly.
Free AI Editing Suite
Starting May 15th, Google Photos users will gain access to a suite of advanced editing tools powered by artificial intelligence. These tools include:
- Magic Editor: Remove unwanted objects, move and resize elements, and adjust the positioning of people and other subjects.
- Photo Unblur: Sharpen and enhance the clarity of slightly blurred photos.
- Portrait Light: Adjust lighting to enhance the appearance of subjects in portraits.
Eligibility and Accessibility
All Google Photos users will be eligible for these free editing tools. However, desktop users require a Chromebook Plus running ChromeOS version 118 or higher. On mobile devices, Android 8.0 or iOS 15 with at least 3GB of RAM is necessary.
Editing Magic at Your Fingertips
The Magic Editor is particularly noteworthy, enabling complex edits that were previously only possible with specialized software. Users can now reposition objects, change the sky color, and even remove unwanted people from their photos with a few taps.
“Starting on May 15, many of our AI-powered editing tools — like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait light — will be available to anyone using Google Photos, no subscription required,” Google announced in a blog post.
Benefits for Everyone
This expansion of free AI editing tools benefits both casual and professional photographers alike. With these advanced features, users can enhance their memories, create stunning social media content, and elevate their photography skills.
What’s Next?
Google’s announcement underscores the growing prevalence of AI in photo editing. As AI capabilities continue to improve, we can expect even more powerful and user-friendly editing tools to emerge, democratizing photo editing for all.