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Google Photos Rolls Out Redesigned Mobile Video Editor and One-Tap Highlight Templates

Android takes priority in the rollout, with the redesigned editor becoming the default there.

Overview

  • The new editor is available on Android and iOS and introduces a universal timeline and an adaptive canvas for easier multi-clip editing.
  • Themed templates that auto-sync cuts to a soundtrack plus preset text are rolling out on Android to speed up highlight reel creation.
  • A browsable in-app music library for soundtracks is available on both platforms.
  • Android users gain custom text overlays with new fonts, colors, and backgrounds for highlight videos.
  • Google says the updates are rolling out now, with the redesigned editor already widely available on Android.