Google rolls out AI video editing in Google Photos

Google is rolling out Google Photos Video Remix for Google Photos, a new AI-powered editing feature that transforms videos using ready-made templates and generative effects.

Powered by Gemini Omni, Google’s multimodal AI model, the feature is designed to help users create stylised video clips without professional editing skills or dedicated video software.

Available through the Create tab in Google Photos, Video Remix lets users apply effects such as cinematic relighting, background changes and artistic styles including watercolour, raw sketchbook and oil painting.

Google says users can, for example, make a video appear as though it was filmed in a greenhouse, add a morning glow to a dark clip, or transform footage into a watercolour-style animation.

The launch forms part of Google’s broader effort to integrate generative AI across its consumer products. In Google Photos, the company has also introduced AI-powered editing tools and features that generate outfit ideas from photos of clothing.

Video Remix is rolling out to eligible Google AI Plus, Pro and Ultra subscribers in selected countries, including the United States, Argentina, Brazil, India, Japan, Mexico, South Korea and Türkiye.

Why does it matter?

Video Remix reflects how generative AI video editing is becoming a mainstream consumer feature rather than a specialist capability. By embedding AI-powered creative tools directly into Google Photos, Google is lowering the barrier to producing stylised video content while further integrating generative AI into everyday digital experiences.

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