Apple just added new photo editing tools in iOS 27 — and they're absolute game-changers
From instant background cleanup to AI-powered image expansion, here is how to fix ruined photos directly in your iPhone's Photos app.
Apple has introduced three groundbreaking photo editing tools in iOS 27 that eliminate the need for third-party software to perfect your snapshots. With these new features, even casual photographers can instantly enhance their images without compromising the subject. The tools are accessible directly within the Photos app for Apple Intelligence users. Let's explore how these revolutionary capabilities can breathe new life into your photo collection.
First, the Extend feature automatically adds missing background to your landscape shots. Open a photo in editing mode and choose Extend from the Apple Intelligence options. Pinch and drag the image borders outward to expand the canvas. The AI then intelligently generates new background elements that blend seamlessly with the existing scene, based on the surrounding texture, lighting, and colors.
This is particularly handy for correcting tilted horizons, as the software is given enough border room to adjust the image without cropping out important details.
Next, the Reframe tool lets you alter the perspective of any photo without sacrificing the key elements. Simply open a picture in the Photos app, select the editing menu, and tap on tools to choose Reframe. With a touch and drag motion, you can shift the camera angle to your liking. As you move the frame, a blurred border marks the original edges. Upon saving, Apple Intelligence generates matching visual details to fill the new borders, ensuring the scene appears completely natural and cohesive.
Lastly, the upgraded Clean Up feature has taken a significant leap forward, making it faster and more efficient at erasing unwanted objects from your photos. Select Clean Up from the editing menu and tap or brush over the unwanted element, such as a photobomber, clutter, or power lines. The previous version struggled with complex backgrounds, but the new algorithm now recognizes shadows, patterns, and depth to seamlessly blend the erased area into the original environment.
This tool empowers users to maintain the integrity of their photos while removing any distractions that detract from the overall composition.
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