Tech giant introduces six new artificial intelligence features to enhance photo editing and search functionality.
Google has announced a significant expansion of AI-powered features in Google Photos, introducing its advanced image editing model, Nano Banana, alongside improvements to existing tools across Android, iOS, and web platforms.
The update brings six major enhancements to the photo management service, marking one of the most substantial AI-driven updates to the platform to date. The rollout includes features designed to simplify photo editing through natural language commands and expand creative possibilities for users worldwide.
Nano Banana Makes Its Photos Debut
At the center of this update is Nano Banana, Google's Gemini-powered image editing model that has been described as "top-rated" by the company. The technology now enables users to transform their photos in creative ways simply by describing their desired outcome.
"AI features in Google Photos already help you do more with your memories: Edit photos with a simple ask, get creative and reimagine images in new styles, search and ask complex questions, and so much more," wrote Yael Marzan, Google senior director, in a blog post announcing the features. "And now, we're improving our AI-powered tools and adding new ones — including multiple features powered by Gemini's top-rated image editing model, Nano Banana."
Users can now request transformations such as converting photos into Renaissance-style portraits, creating mosaics from colorful tiles, or reimagining images as pages from children's storybooks. The feature operates through the "Help me edit" function within the Photos editor.
Personalized Editing Through Face Recognition
One of the more sophisticated additions is the ability to make personalized edits to people in photos. The system uses Google Photos' face groups feature to generate accurate modifications based on specific requests. Users can now issue complex commands like removing sunglasses from one person while opening another's eyes and adjusting a third person's expression—all in a single prompt.
This capability addresses common photo imperfections that previously required manual editing or multiple adjustments through traditional photo editing tools.
AI Templates Simplify Creative Process
Recognizing that generating creative prompts can be challenging, Google is introducing ready-made AI templates in a new "Create with AI" section. Initially available on Android devices in the United States and India, these templates offer preset transformations such as "put me in a high fashion photoshoot," "create a professional headshot," or "put me in a winter holiday card."
According to Google, the templates are powered by Nano Banana and designed to deliver instant results based on popular editing requests. The company plans to expand this feature with personalized templates in the coming weeks, which will draw on insights from users' photo libraries to create edits tailored to individual hobbies and experiences.
Voice-Based Editing Expands to iOS
The conversational editing feature, which allows users to describe desired edits using voice or text commands, is now rolling out to iOS devices in the United States. This expansion brings the redesigned photo editor to iPhone users, enabling them to make adjustments through natural language rather than navigating complex menus and sliders.
Ask Photos Goes Global
Ask Photos (Google's AI-powered search tool), which helps users find specific images and information within their libraries, is expanding to more than 100 countries and regions. The feature now supports 17 new languages, significantly broadening its accessibility.
Complementing this expansion is a new "Ask" button that appears while viewing individual photos. This feature allows users to start conversations about specific images, get answers about their content, discover related moments, or request edits. All without leaving the photo viewing interface.
Availability and Rollout
Many of these features are rolling out now, though availability varies by platform and region. The iOS conversational editing feature is beginning its rollout in the United States, while the AI templates are initially limited to Android users in the United States and India. The Ask Photos expansion to new countries and languages is also underway.
Google has not announced pricing changes associated with these new features. It could suggest that they will be available to existing Google Photos users at no additional cost. The updates represent the company's continued investment in integrating artificial intelligence across its consumer products, positioning Google Photos as an increasingly sophisticated tool for both casual photographers and creative enthusiasts.
