Google Photos Adds AI Video Remix for Instant Edits

Google Photos just got a major AI upgrade with a new ‘Video Remix’ feature that lets you edit and transform videos in seconds using Gemini Omni, Google’s latest model that can generate content from any input. Instead of needing professional software, you can now tap into advanced editing tools directly in the Photos app. You can brighten dark clips with relighting, swap out backgrounds, or add artistic styles like watercolor or oil painting—all with a few taps. For example, you could make a video look like it was shot in a greenhouse or give it a dreamy morning glow. This rollout is part of Google’s broader strategy to embed generative AI into its consumer apps, competing with Apple, OpenAI, and Adobe. It starts today for Google AI subscribers in select countries, including the US, India, and Brazil. Why it matters: By putting sophisticated video editing tools in the hands of everyday users, Google is lowering the barrier to creative expression while strengthening its ecosystem’s lock-in, a move that signals how AI-powered convenience is becoming the new battleground for consumer tech loyalty.