Google’s latest piece of technology shines yet again — as part of a leak.
Recent leaks have revealed a new feature for Google’s successful venture into smartphone technology, Pixel. Through these leakes it was made known that the upcoming Pixel 9 will contain an editing tool called “Add Me“. This feature allows users to digitally insert themselves into existing photos, even if they were not there for the original shot.
The feature works by combining multiple photos taken from one same location. While this technology is impressive, it also raises questions about the authenticity of images. Google has previously introduced photo editing tools like Magic Eraser and Best Take, which have blurred the lines between real and digitally altered photos.
“Add Me” appeared in a leaked ad that was removed from YouTube a few days ago. The ad showed someone using a Pixel 9 to take a picture of two friends in front of a van. After snapping a shot, the photographer traded spots with her two friends, allowing her to get a picture in front of the van — only the Pixel’s display shows the phantom-like image of the two friends standing beside her. Her friend snaps a photo, and boom, she appears in the picture as if she were there the entire time.
As with any new technology, it’s important to consider the potential implications. While “Add Me” could be used for harmless fun, there’s also the possibility of misuse. But for now, the great piece of news is, you won’t have to sacrifice that one friend to not be in the picture anymore! Google is set to unveil the Pixel 9 on August 13th, and it’s very likely we’ll learn more about the feature at that time.
Stay tuned for more news!
[H/T] The Verge
