Many AI editing features in Google Photos are free to use

Google Photos will provide free image editing tools using AI (artificial intelligence) to both iOS and Android users.

Google Photos has brought many AI-integrated editing utilities such as removing unwanted objects in images, adjusting portrait lighting, sharpening details. for Pixel device users. Users who own other devices can also use it but must purchase a Google One subscription package.

But recently, Google announced that all Android and iOS users can experience the AI ​​image editing tool provided by the company completely free starting May 15 without a rental package. Google One case.

To use AI to edit photos for free, the device must meet the required configuration including the device should have at least 4 GB of RAM, Android phones need to run version 8.0 or later, and iOS must be at least version 15.0 or later. .

Additionally, free users on Android and iOS can enjoy 10 edits and saves per month with Magic Editor - a generative AI tool capable of handling complex image editing tasks. To use more, users must have a premium Google One subscription (paid for 2TB of storage per month) or own a Pixel phone.

With some editing tools, users will have to connect to the Internet, then download to the device first and select "Install" and require at least 1 GB of free memory on the device.

Some other AI features such as Audio Eraser, Best Take, Video Boost are still exclusive to Pixel 8 series phone users.

Micah Soto

Update 12 April 2024