Apple has stepped up its game in the AI-powered photo editing arena with the latest developer betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 Sequoia. Tucked within this update is a brand-new feature called “Clean Up,” a tool that allows users to seamlessly remove unwanted objects from their photos with the help of artificial intelligence.
Clean Up works much like Google’s popular Magic Eraser feature, which has been available to Google Photos users for some time now. Apple’s implementation promises to intelligently detect and remove objects from images while maintaining the overall integrity of the photo. The system is sophisticated enough to understand shadows and reflections associated with the removed object, ensuring a natural and realistic fill for the resulting gap.
Users can simply tap on an object to remove it, thanks to the smart detection capabilities of the feature. For more precise control, there’s also the option to circle or brush over unwanted elements, giving users the power to curate their photos exactly as they envision them.
This move signifies Apple’s continued foray into the world of AI-powered features, following the introduction of the first set of Apple Intelligence features with the iOS 18.1 dev beta in July. These features included writing tools, notification summaries, natural language search, and more, showcasing Apple’s dedication to enhancing user experience through artificial intelligence.
The Clean Up feature is a welcome addition to the Photos app, providing users with a powerful and intuitive way to perfect their pictures. Additionally, Apple has also expanded the ability to see a summary of notifications for all apps, including third-party apps.
Finally, it’s worth noting, when announced in June, Apple stated that its AI features would only be available in US English. Although Apple Intelligence functions in other countries, the initial betas required users to change their device’s region to the US.However, it appears that Apple is eliminating this requirement.
