Arr, ye scurvy dogs! Google Photos be havin' a newfangled magic to create video tales o' yer life. Gather round, hearties, and I'll spill the beans!
2023-10-24
Arr, matey! The Google Photos app be now havin' the power to weave together grand highlight videos, featurin' yer chosen scallywags and treasure troves. 'Tis a sight to behold, me hearties!
Google Photos has introduced a new feature that allows users to create automatic highlight videos of their favorite people, places, and activities. The update, available on Android and iOS starting from October 25, allows users to search their photo library and select specific subjects they would like to feature in a one-minute video. The app will then generate a video using a combination of video clips, photos, and music synced to the footage. While auto-created highlight videos can sometimes be hit-or-miss, Google's new AI director promises to deliver entertaining results.If users are not satisfied with Google Photos' choices, they can easily trim or rearrange the clips and select different music. The process is straightforward, with options to create new albums, collages, cinematic photos, animations, and highlight videos accessible through the app's main menu.
To create a highlight video, users simply need to tap on the "Highlight videos" option and use the search bar to find their desired video stars, whether it be specific people, places, or years. The default video length is one minute, but users can make further adjustments before saving the final video.
Google's goal with its photo and video tools is to automate the editing process for non-professionals, offering a hassle-free experience. This new AI-powered video creator tool is part of that effort. Additionally, Google Photos' Memories feature now allows users to collaborate with friends and family to create albums, further enhancing the platform's editing capabilities.
While the new feature is currently available on mobile devices, it's unclear if it will be introduced to the web version of Google Photos or Chromebooks. Google's Pixel 8 Pro also recently launched cloud-based video features, highlighting the company's commitment to AI-powered tools. However, some features require an internet connection, limiting their functionality offline. Overall, Google Photos continues to be a convenient platform for editing and sharing photos and videos.