Google Photos Rolls Out New AI Art Remix Feature

Google is on a roll this year, continuously upgrading its Gemini AI systems and integrating powerful new features across its services. The latest exciting update is for Google Photos, which is now gradually releasing a feature that can transform your everyday pictures into eye-catching cartoons.

First teased in July, this new AI tool, called Remix, is finally making its way to users worldwide. While the rollout is staggered—meaning not everyone will see it immediately—Google has already published a support post on how to get started with Remix. This feature is part of a broader update that will include a new "Create" tab in the app, which is also set to appear for more users this month.

Unlike Google Photos' other new AI tool that turns a still photo into a short video, Remix is all about artistic style. It lets you reimagine your photos in one of four distinct cartoony aesthetics: an anime style, a classic comic book look, a hand-drawn sketch, or a 3D animation style reminiscent of a Pixar or DreamWorks film.

How to Use the AI Remix Feature in Google Photos

Like most of the recent AI enhancements, Remix is exclusively available on the Google Photos mobile app. Once the new "Create" tab is available on your device, you'll find all these tools in one convenient place. For now, you can access Remix by tapping the '+' icon in the top-right corner of the app.

From there, select Remix from the list of creation options. You'll then be prompted to choose one of the four art styles and select a photo from your library. Tap Generate, and the AI will work its magic. If the initial result isn't quite what you were hoping for, you can simply press Regenerate to get a new version.

This type of AI-powered photo editing has become incredibly popular on social media, with many tools allowing users to create images in various artistic styles. The main advantage of Google's Remix is its seamless integration. If you're already using Google Photos to back up your memories, you no longer need to upload your pictures to a third-party service to create these fun edits. If you don't see the feature yet, your best bet is to wait patiently as Google continues its global rollout.