iOS 27 to Add New Apple Intelligence Photo Editing Tools
Apple is set to introduce new photo editing tools powered by Apple Intelligence in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. These tools will enhance image quality and allow for adjustments in positioning and focus. However, some features may face delays or limitations due to ongoing development challenges.
- ▪The new tools will include features like Extend, Enhance, and Reframe.
- ▪Extend will generate additional content beyond the original photo frame.
- ▪Enhance will automatically adjust color and lighting using AI.
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iOS 27 to Add New Apple Intelligence Photo Editing ToolsTuesday April 28, 2026 11:37 am PDT by Juli CloverApple will add new Apple Intelligence photo editing tools to the Photos app in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, reports Bloomberg. On-device Apple Intelligence will be able to make subtle changes to image quality, positioning, and focus, with the new capabilities joining Clean Up, the sole AI editing feature that Apple has released to date. The Photos app in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 will have an Apple Intelligence Tools section when editing an image. Options will include Extend, Enhance, and Reframe. Extend - Extend generates additional image content beyond the original frame of the photo, filling in scenery when changing the crop of an image.
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