Google has expanded its AI-powered photo editing feature, Remix in Google Messages, making it available on even more Android phones and tablets. The new feature uses Gemini, a similar AI model to Google Photos, allowing users to edit photos directly within chats. Edited images can be shared with anyone in the conversation, regardless of their device type.
Remix in Google Messages is essentially Google's Nano Banana photo editing tool, which was previously only available in the Google Photos app. The feature allows users to tweak photos and make adjustments like adding a smile or opening eyes without needing previous references. This new version also uses past photos of labelled friends to personalize edits.
In addition to Remix in Google Messages, Google is enhancing its Scam Detection feature with Pixel VIP notifications on Android phones. Scam Detection now warns users about potential scams via notification on Pixel 6 devices and above, while Notification Summaries are available on the Pixel 9 and up.
Google Maps has also received a new Power Saving Mode, which blacks out the screen to conserve battery life for up to four hours. The feature could potentially work seamlessly with Android Auto, but no official announcement has been made by Google yet.
The latest Pixel Drop update includes a seasonal theme pack called Wicked: For Good on Pixel 6 and newer devices, accessible through a new Theme Packs app. While the introduction of this feature is accompanied by an ad, it could prove useful for users in the future.
Remix in Google Messages is essentially Google's Nano Banana photo editing tool, which was previously only available in the Google Photos app. The feature allows users to tweak photos and make adjustments like adding a smile or opening eyes without needing previous references. This new version also uses past photos of labelled friends to personalize edits.
In addition to Remix in Google Messages, Google is enhancing its Scam Detection feature with Pixel VIP notifications on Android phones. Scam Detection now warns users about potential scams via notification on Pixel 6 devices and above, while Notification Summaries are available on the Pixel 9 and up.
Google Maps has also received a new Power Saving Mode, which blacks out the screen to conserve battery life for up to four hours. The feature could potentially work seamlessly with Android Auto, but no official announcement has been made by Google yet.
The latest Pixel Drop update includes a seasonal theme pack called Wicked: For Good on Pixel 6 and newer devices, accessible through a new Theme Packs app. While the introduction of this feature is accompanied by an ad, it could prove useful for users in the future.