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Microsoft Launches AI-Powered 'Generative Erase' in Windows Photos

The new feature, akin to Google's Magic Eraser, allows for seamless removal of photo elements and is initially available to Windows 11 Insiders.

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Overview

  • Microsoft introduces 'Generative Erase,' an AI-powered feature in the Windows Photos app, enabling users to remove unwanted elements from photos.
  • The feature, similar to Google's Magic Eraser, is initially available to Windows 11 Insiders, with plans to extend to all Windows 11 and Windows 10 users.
  • Generative Erase builds on the existing 'Spot Fix' tool, offering more realistic results, especially for large object removal.
  • The update includes other AI editing features like background removal and replacement, and blur background.
  • Microsoft's expansion of AI tools in Windows Photos reflects a broader trend of integrating AI into photo editing software.