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CALIFORNIA— In a major technological leap, Google has introduced a multitude of advanced and impressive Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based features to its popular Google Photos service. These updates are set to grant users extraordinary creative control over their images.
Among the most significant additions is the feature that allows users to remove or edit people and objects within their photos. Accompanying this is a new ‘Ask Button’ designed to respond immediately to photo editing requests or general inquiries.
A Major Boost for iPhone Users
Google initially introduced the feature for editing photos using audio instructions on its Pixel 10 series phones last year. This powerful functionality is now being rolled out for iPhone users, though initially it will only be available in the US. Furthermore, the company is introducing a redesigned Photo Editor for iOS devices.
Facial Recognition and Nano Banana Model
In a blog post, Google revealed a new feature related to Personalized Editing that leverages facial recognition technology within Google Photos. Users can select the ‘Help Me Edit’ option and provide specific instructions about individuals in a photo, such as removing their sunglasses, making them smile, or performing other creative adjustments. It is specified, however, that instructions must be given separately for each person in the image.
Moreover, the Nano Banana AI image model is being integrated into Google Photos, which will enable users to regenerate their images with new styles. Another feature, ‘AI Templates,’ will allow users to easily convert a photo into a specific, pre-defined format. This feature will first be available to users in the US and India.
Expanding Search Reach
The AI-powered Search Feature in Google Photos, which was launched exclusively in the US last year, is also seeing massive expansion. The company has extended this feature’s availability to over 100 countries, promising revolutionary ease in photo discovery for hundreds of millions of users worldwide.
