Google Photos' Magic Editor arrives to the masses
How do the editing privileges differ between Pixel users and non-Pixel users with the Magic Editor feature?
Pixel users have unlimited access to the Magic Editor feature, allowing them to edit and save as many photos as they want without any restrictions. On the other hand, non-Pixel users, such as those with Samsung or Apple phones, are limited to only 10 edited and saved photos per month using the Magic Editor. To remove this limitation, non-Pixel users need to subscribe to Google One Premium.
What has been the public reception to OnePlus' version of the Magic Eraser compared to Google's version?
The public reception to OnePlus' version of the Magic Eraser, known as AI Eraser, has been mixed compared to Google's version. While some appreciate OnePlus' efforts to provide an alternative to Google's offering, others question the efficiency of resources used by OnePlus to develop a competing feature, considering that Google's Magic Eraser is already available across iOS and Android devices via Google Photos.
OnePlus has taken a different approach with its AI Eraser, focusing on extensive research and development in artificial intelligence to create a distinct product that showcases the company's ambition in the AI domain5. The AI Eraser is a result of significant investment in R&D, including the creation of a proprietary large language model (LLM) trained on extensive datasets. This allows the tool to comprehensively understand complex scenes and replace unwanted elements with contextually suitable substitutes, enhancing the overall appeal of photos.
Despite the similarities in functionality between the two tools, OnePlus' AI Eraser aims to differentiate itself by offering exclusive, cutting-edge technology to its users. The rollout of AI Eraser will commence this month, enhancing the photography experience on several OnePlus models, including the OnePlus 12, OnePlus 12R, OnePlus 11, OnePlus Open, and OnePlus Nord CE 4.
However, it remains to be seen how successful OnePlus will be in establishing its presence in the competitive smartphone market with its AI-powered features, especially considering the head start and established reputation of Google's Magic Eraser.
What advanced editing features does Google's AI Magic Editor offer beyond simple object removal?
Google's AI Magic Editor offers several advanced editing features beyond simple object removal. These include:
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Repositioning objects: You can tap, circle, or brush to select elements in your image and then glide them across the frame to position them wherever you want.
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Resizing elements: The tool allows you to pinch and expand an object or element to change its size.
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Erasing objects: You can completely erase an object or element from the scene. This feature works much better than Google's Magic Eraser tool in repairing the background.
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Generating visual information: When you move, resize, or delete elements, the Magic Editor uses generative AI to fill the visual information in place of the edited areas, creating a seamless and realistic final image.
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Changing the sky: You can change the color and pattern of the sky in your photos. The tool gives you multiple options for the kind of sky you want your image to have.
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Stylizing an image: The "Stylize" option in the Magic Editor changes the style of the photo with applied effects.
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Improving lighting and background: The tool provides contextual suggestions to improve lighting and background in your photos.
These features make the Magic Editor a versatile tool that allows users to make complex photo edits with simple and intuitive actions.