AI Editing Battle - Google Photos vs Apple Photos vs Samsung Gallery
Science & Technology
Introduction
In this article, we will compare the latest AI features offered by three prominent gallery apps: Google Photos, Apple Photos, and Samsung Gallery. The focus is on evaluating their capabilities as AI editing tools for photos and videos. As technology continues to advance, these applications have incorporated various features that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience.
Overview of the Comparison:
Platforms: The comparison will be conducted on devices running iOS 18.1 (iPhone 16 Pro Max), the latest beta version of Android 15 on Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Samsung's S24 Ultra. All apps will be updated to the latest stable versions available during filming.
Scoring System: Points will be awarded based on feature availability and performance—1 point for the best outcome, 0.5 points for second place, and no points for the third. If a feature is unique to a single application, it earns a full point.
Transformative AI Features
The first aspect we analyze is transformative AI capabilities, specifically the ability to remove people and objects from photos.
1. Object Removal
Samsung Gallery (S24 Ultra): The first attempt to remove a building resulted in odd artifacts, including a random "L" shape and other unwanted objects. This indicates that the AI struggled with context and replaced parts inaccurately.
Apple Photos: Although the removal itself was executed, the quality was poor with visible smudges and artifacts, compromising usability.
Google Photos: This app performed the best by accurately reconstructing the background while only slightly misrepresenting the lower part of the image, which could be cropped out. Additionally, it provides multiple regeneration options, allowing users to achieve the desired result.
Verdict: Google Photos earns 1 point, and both Apple Photos and Samsung Gallery each receive 0.5 points.
2. Portrait Editing
In the second test, we aimed to remove background distractions while preserving natural blur effects.
Apple Photos: It performed excellently by correctly removing both the wire and the person while maintaining the photograph's aesthetics.
Google Photos and Samsung Gallery: Both struggled with this task, failing to remove the person as requested, leading to Apple's victory in this round.
Points: 1 point for Apple Photos, 0.5 to Google Photos, and none for Samsung Gallery.
3. General Object Removal
The last test focused on removing multiple distractive elements.
Google Photos: Once again, it demonstrated the best capabilities by accurately filling gaps and maintaining the integrity of the photo.
Samsung Gallery: Performed reasonably well, although it made some errors similar to Apple Photos, which performed the poorest in this instance.
Points: Google Photos (1), Samsung Gallery (0.5), Apple Photos (0).
Total for Transformative AI Features:
- Google Photos: 2.5 points
- Apple Photos: 1.5 points
- Samsung Gallery: 1 point
Repositioning Subjects
Next, we examined the capability to reposition subjects within images.
Google Photos: Handled various scenarios with ease, providing high-quality results.
Samsung Gallery: Though it allowed for subject rotation, it couldn't match the quality Google Photos showcased.
Conclusion: Google Photos took the win again.
Unique Features Assessment
1. Background Replacement (Unique to Google Photos)
This feature allows complete background transformations, adding another point to Google Photos.
2. Sketch to Image (Unique to Samsung Gallery)
This innovative feature lets users sketch, and the AI generates a corresponding image, awarding Samsung Gallery an additional point.
3. Best Take (Unique to Google Photos)
This feature permits the selection of the best facial expressions from a series of shots, adding another point for Google Photos.
4. Slow Motion (Unique to Samsung Gallery)
This feature allows videos to be converted to slow motion with AI-enhanced frame generation, yielding 1 point for Samsung Gallery.
Enhancing Features
In terms of enhancement features, Google Photos and Samsung Gallery each allow image rotation and reframing, with Google Photos also offering automatic reframing for users.
Memory Creation
Both Google Photos and Apple Photos provide memory creation options, with Apple having the flexibility of free typing commands versus Google’s guided selections. Therefore, both apps earn points.
Video Editing Features
In the realm of video editing:
- Google Photos offers versatile audio editing but lacks updates recently.
- Apple Photos' audio mix is limited and device-specific.
- Samsung Gallery provides slow-motion conversion.
Conclusion on Video Editing: Google Photos is noted for its flexibility in audio editing, while Samsung Gallery receives a point for slow motion due to unique capabilities.
Final Scores
- Google Photos: 10.5 points
- Samsung Gallery: 4 points
- Apple Photos: 3 points
Google Photos emerges as the winner, proving to be the best AI editing tool.
Keywords
AI features, Google Photos, Apple Photos, Samsung Gallery, photo editing, video editing, object removal, portrait editing, repositioning subjects, background replacement, sketch to image, enhancements, memories, audio editing, point system.
FAQ
1. Which app had the best overall AI editing features?
Google Photos outperformed both Apple Photos and Samsung Gallery in the AI editing tools comparison.
2. How was the scoring system structured?
Points were awarded based on the achievement of feature outcomes, with a point for the best result, half a point for second place, and zero for the least effective outcome.
3. Did Samsung Gallery have any unique features?
Yes, Samsung Gallery introduced the sketch-to-image feature and the ability to convert videos to slow motion, which none of the other apps offers.
4. How do Google Photos and Apple Photos compare in memory creation?
Both apps offer ways to automatically create memories, with Google Photos providing guided selections and Apple Photos allowing free-form command entry. Both received points for this feature.