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Google Photos rolls out new Redact tool, vintage Mood filters, and feature expansions
Updates bring redactions and filters globally to Android, with other features reaching select regions.
The short version
- Google is introducing an upgraded Markup tool in Google Photos containing a Redact pen to blur or pixelate sensitive information.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- Android users globally receive the Redact pen, precise thickness sliders, and adaptive vintage Mood filters.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- Selected countries and subscription tiers gain access to 15 new Remix templates, expanded Wardrobe tools, and Gemini Spark photo editing.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
Key facts
- Google Photos is rolling out a Redact pen in its Markup menu on Android to obscure sensitive details.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- The Markup updates add adjustable line-thickness controls and new font choices globally for Android.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- Adaptive vintage-inspired Mood filters are launching globally to Android users.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- The Wardrobe feature is expanding across Android and iOS in Brazil, India, and the United States.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
- Certain features require a Google AI Pro or AI Ultra subscription.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
What remains uncertain
- The full list of countries receiving the 15 new Remix templates on Android and iOS has not been detailed.[Engadget · 9to5Google]
Sources
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