Google Launches Powerful AI Photo Editing Tool

Tech giant Google is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Google Photos by introducing a powerful new photo editing feature powered by generative artificial intelligence.

The tool, known as “Reimagine and Auto Frame,” was previously exclusive to Pixel smartphones but is now being rolled out to a broader user base across Android devices, with iOS support expected later this year.

This innovative feature allows users to alter photo elements and backgrounds using simple text-based prompts. For instance, users can request to replace a gloomy sky in a photo with a bright blue one.

The Auto Frame function offers multiple framing options by cropping, expanding, or using generative AI to fill in missing elements, helping users optimize image composition effortlessly. Google states that the new editing tools centralize all enhancement options in one place, making the photo editing experience smoother and more intuitive.

Google Photos will also now offer AI-powered suggestions that combine multiple effects to help users apply quick, smart enhancements using a new “AI Enhance” option. These enhancements can include sharpening details, removing unwanted elements, or improving lighting conditions—all tailored to the specific image content.

By tapping on specific areas within a photo, users will receive contextual editing suggestions, such as adjusting brightness, enhancing subject clarity, or softening the background. These features are designed to reduce the time and complexity of manual editing while boosting creativity and quality.

Google confirmed that the new tools will begin rolling out to Android devices this month, with iOS compatibility following later in 2025. In addition to the AI editing upgrades, Google Photos is also improving sharing features.

Users can now share albums using QR codes, simplifying the process of inviting others to view or contribute to shared photo collections. This feature is especially useful for group events, where printed QR codes can be displayed to let attendees easily access and upload their own images to a communal album.