Google Photos is reportedly delving into the world of artificial intelligence to bring users an exciting new feature: the ability to turn their selfies into memes! This upcoming tool, dubbed ‘Me Meme,’ is said to generate various digital art-style meme templates using an uploaded image. While currently under development, there’s no official word yet from the Mountain View tech giant on when we can expect this fun feature to launch. In parallel, Google is also reportedly enhancing the voice mode functionality within its Gemini app.
Google Photos to Reportedly Offer Meme Generation Feature
According to insights from Android Authority, Google Photos is actively working on the ‘Me Meme’ feature. This AI-powered tool will convert ordinary selfies into popular meme formats. The discovery was made during an Android application package (APK) teardown of Google Photos v7.51.0. It’s important to note that this feature is not yet active or available to beta testers.
A glimpse of the ‘Me Meme’ feature in Google Photos, as seen in an APK teardown.
Image captured from Android Authority’s report.
Users will reportedly be able to select a personal photo and a meme template. The AI will then combine these elements to generate a unique, meme-style image. A leaked screenshot of the feature’s onboarding page includes a description that reads: “Turn yourself or your family and friends into your favourite memes. Just pick a template, a photo, and enjoy-perfect for sharing to group chats and more.”
Separately, another APK teardown, this time of Google app v16.42.61, revealed a new Gemini feature aimed at improving voice input. This under-testing enhancement would allow users to lock the microphone icon, enabling them to speak longer, uninterrupted prompts more conveniently.
This is a significant improvement over the current system, where the microphone tends to auto-shut off if a user pauses for too long while thinking. The proposed feature would allow users to take their time crafting their sentences without interruption.
It’s worth noting that Google has not officially confirmed either of these features. As is often the case with features found in APK teardowns, plans can change, and some may never be released to the public. Readers are advised to treat this information as speculation until Google makes an official announcement.