Google Photos adds AI tools like Photo-to-Video & Remix, letting users animate images, create art, and explore creativity in a new Create tab.
Imagine flipping through your old photo gallery and—voilà —your favorite selfie suddenly turns into a mini movie. Thanks to Google’s latest AI-powered updates, your static memories are about to get a whole lot more dynamic and imaginative. Google is rolling out exciting new features to its Photos app, making it easier than ever to remix your favorite snapshots and breathe life into your still images.
Photo-to-Video: Your Memories in Motion
Say goodbye to static moments. Google Photos is introducing a powerful new feature called Photo to video, which lets users effortlessly turn their pictures into lively, six-second video clips. Whether it’s an old graduation photo or a vacation selfie with friends, just pick a photo and choose a prompt like “Subtle movements” or “I’m feeling lucky” to see your memory come alive with gentle animation.
This feature, powered by the same technology used in Google’s Gemini and YouTube integrations (via Veo 2), brings cinematic flair to everyday images. It’s already rolling out to Android and iOS users in the U.S., so get ready to reimagine your photo album in motion.
Remix: Turn Your Photos into Anime, Sketches, and More
Ever wondered what your dog would look like as a cartoon superhero? Or how you might appear in an anime-style portrait? Enter Remix, another new creative tool within Google Photos that transforms your pictures into vibrant artistic styles in just a few taps.
Whether it’s a comic book look, 3D animation, or hand-drawn sketch, Remix gives you the creative freedom to explore different styles without leaving your photo gallery. It’s designed for fun, fast transformations and easy sharing with friends and family. Remix is expected to roll out in the U.S. on Android and iOS in the coming weeks.
Meet the Create Tab: Your New Creative Playground
To make things even more seamless, Google is launching a brand-new Create tab in the Photos app. This tab acts as a one-stop creative hub, bringing together all your favorite features—Photo to video, Remix, collages, highlight videos, and more—in a single, easy-to-navigate space.
Rolling out this August in the U.S., the Create tab is designed to encourage exploration and creativity while making it simpler to access and experiment with new tools. As Google continues refining its AI features, the Create tab will evolve based on user feedback and emerging trends.
AI Creativity with Transparency and Safety
With powerful AI tools come big responsibilities. Google is embedding SynthID digital watermarks into every AI-generated photo and video created using Photo to video or Remix. In addition, all videos will carry a visible watermark to ensure transparency and prevent misuse.
To further promote responsible AI usage, Google has built in multiple layers of safety checks—including “red teaming” to anticipate potential issues and ongoing evaluations of user experience. These features are still experimental, so results may vary—but your feedback will help shape their future.
Outlook: Your Photos, Reimagined
Google Photos is no longer just a digital album—it’s now a canvas for creativity. Whether you’re bringing still memories to life with subtle motion or giving them a fun artistic twist, these new tools are designed to turn your photo library into something magical. With the addition of the Create tab and a strong commitment to AI transparency, Google is putting powerful, playful tools in the hands of everyday users.
Ready to breathe new life into your memories? Dive into Google Photos and start creating.
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