Google is working on multiple changes to Google Photos that could add new controls for video playback, introduce backup scheduling, and refresh parts of the app’s interface. These features were discovered through APK teardown analysis of Google Photos version 7.58, as reported by Android Authority. The features are still under development and are not yet available to users. Continue reading “Google Photos could get video playback controls, backup scheduling, and Expressive UI redesign”
Google has released the 2025 edition of Google Photos Recap, creating a year-in-review highlight reel from users’ photos and videos. The feature, introduced last year, is designed to help users revisit moments from the past year. This year adds new ways to personalize, create and share your Recap, said Tommy Meaney, Senior Product Manager, Google Photos. Continue reading “Google rolls out Photos Recap 2025 with new personalization and sharing tools”
Google has begun rolling out new AI-powered features to Google Photos, including integration of the Nano Banana image model, expanded natural-language editing tools, and wider access to Ask Photos in more countries and languages. Continue reading “Google Photos gets expanded AI features with Nano Banana integration, text and voice editing, and wider Ask Photos support”
Google Photos now lets Android users edit photos using conversational AI. First introduced on Pixel 10, this feature eliminates the need to manually adjust sliders or switch tools—simply describe the changes you want via text or voice, and Google Photos brings them to life. Continue reading “Google Photos expands conversational editing to more Android devices”
Google has rolled out its Veo 3 video generation model to Google Photos, upgrading the existing Photo to video feature. This update comes after Google launched Veo 3, its video generation model, and the new Photo-to-Video feature in May 2025. Continue reading “Google Photos gets Veo 3 for Photo-to-Video, Remix, and more creative tools”
Google has launched new features in Google Photos that make it easier to bring your still images to life and share them. Josh Sassoon, Director of UX for Google Photos and Google One, highlighted tools like photo-to-video animation and photo remixing designed to enhance creativity. Continue reading “Google Photos gets photo-to-video, remix, and create tab creative tools”
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Google marked the 10th anniversary of Google Photos by introducing ten updated tips, tools, and features. These include a redesigned photo editor and a new method for instantly sharing albums using QR codes. Continue reading “Google Photos gets redesigned AI editor, QR code album sharing, and more”
Google has announced that Google Photos will begin using SynthID to mark images edited with generative AI through the Reimagine feature in Magic Editor. Continue reading “Google Photos adds SynthID to identify AI-edited images in Magic Editor”
Google has begun rolling out early access to Ask Photos, a new Gemini-powered feature for conversational image search, announced at Google I/O in May 2024. Continue reading “Google Photos gets early access to Ask Photos with improved search features”
Google is expanding its Pixel-exclusive AI-based Google Photos features to even more people. Its AI-powered editing tools — like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait Light — will be available to anyone using the app for free.
Google has started rolling out the option for users to back up their Locked Folder, allowing access to protected photos and videos across devices using a passcode. The Locked Folder feature was initially launched in 2021. Continue reading “Google Photos Locked Folder expands to iOS and Web with Cloud Backup”
Google has introduced a new feature called Memories in Google Photos. It’s like a scrapbook of your memories that is automatically organized with the help of AI. Continue reading “Google rolls out ‘Memories view’ to Google Photos”
Google has expanded the editing capabilities for Google One members, making them accessible on the web version of Google Photos. In February, Google One introduced features like Magic Eraser and HDR video effects. Continue reading “Google Photos for web gets new editing features for Google One subscribers”
At its I/O event, Google revealed Magic Editor, an innovative editing tool that leverages generative AI to help you transform your photos and simplify your editing process. Continue reading “Google introduces AI-powered Magic Editor tool in Photos”
Google Photos is getting Video Unblur, which may be released for the upcoming Pixel 8, according to a recent report by 9to5Google from its APK teardown. Continue reading “Google Photos could get video unblur tool soon”
