Amazon Introduces Voice Editing Feature in Google Photos

Google Photos has introduced a voice editing feature known as Conversational Editing, which allows users to edit photos through voice commands. Initially exclusive to the Pixel 10, this feature became available to eligible Android devices in September and has recently been rolled out to iPhone and iPad users as well.

With Conversational Editing, users can simply ask the AI to make specific adjustments or improvements to their photos without needing to know the technical details of photo editing. For example, users can say, 'make this photo look better,' and the AI, powered by Gemini, will automatically make enhancements.

Specific commands can include requests like, 'increase the saturation by 100%' or 'brighten the sky.' The feature also allows for more creative edits, such as, 'turn the ground into a calm pond.' Eligibility for this feature requires users to be 18 or older, located in the United States, have their Google Account language set to English, and have certain settings enabled within the Google Photos app.

However, even if users meet these requirements, the feature's availability can vary by region. To access and manage this feature, users can check their settings within the app, and they have the option to disable data collection on their queries.

This innovation underscores the growing integration of AI into consumer technology, making photo editing more accessible and user-friendly for everyone. According to CNET, the new feature transforms how users interact with photo editing by allowing them to communicate their needs in natural language, making the editing process quicker and more intuitive.