iOS 27 reportedly getting AI photo editing 'overhaul' — here's all the new features

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iOS 27 reportedly getting AI photo editing 'overhaul' — here's all the new features

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Apple is reportedly developing advanced AI-powered photo editing tools for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 to compete with Android's existing features. The new tools will include Enhance, Extend, Reframe, and improved Clean Up functions, all processed on-device using Apple Intelligence. These updates aim to close the gap with Google and Samsung's AI photo capabilities.

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▪Apple is adding an 'Apple Intelligence Tools' section to its photo editing interface in iOS 27.
▪The Enhance tool will use AI to improve color, lighting, and overall image quality.
▪Extend will generate content beyond the original photo frame, similar to Android's generative photo tools.
▪Reframe will allow perspective adjustments for spatial photos designed for Vision Pro.
▪Currently, Apple only offers one AI photo tool: Clean Up for removing objects.

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▪ iOS 27 will reportedly come with new AI-powered photo editing tools — Engadget

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Phones iPhones iOS 27 reportedly getting AI photo editing 'overhaul' — here's all the new features News By Scott Younker published 28 April 2026 Apple plays catch-up with Android When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter In a bid to catch up with Android AI features, Apple is reportedly building a suite of photo-editing tools that will debut in iOS 27 later this year.

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