How to Remove Objects/People from Photo on iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max

Summary

Apple Intelligence now allows users to remove objects or people from photos using the Photos app's smart eraser, available on iPhone 16 Series, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max with iOS 18.1 or later. EU users will gain access around April. To use, simply open the photo in the app, enter Edit mode, and select Cleanup. Brush or circle the unwanted object, and the app's AI will erase it, filling in the background. Changes can be undone or reset at any time. Once satisfied, save the edit or revert to the original. This feature provides an easy, no-app-required solution for photo editing.

Takeaways

• 😀 Apple Intelligence allows users to remove objects or people from photos using a smart eraser in the Photos app.
• 😀 No need for third-party apps; the feature works with Apple Intelligence on supported devices.
• 😀 The feature is available on iPhone 16 Series models and iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, after updating to iOS 18.1.
• 😀 EU users will not have access to this feature until around April.
• 😀 To start, open the Photos app, select the photo, and tap the Edit button in the bottom center.
• 😀 In Edit mode, tap and select 'Cleanup' from the options to begin removing unwanted elements.
• 😀 Use the brush or circle tool to highlight the object or person you want to remove.
• 😀 Pinch to zoom in or pan to refine your selection as you highlight the area to erase.
• 😀 The app uses AI to remove the selected item and fill in the background seamlessly.
• 😀 You can undo changes by tapping the back arrow or reset all changes using the 'Reset' option.
• 😀 Once satisfied with the result, tap 'Done' or 'Apply' to save, or revert changes anytime by selecting the 'Revert' option.

Q & A

What is the new feature introduced by Apple Intelligence in the Photos app?

The new feature allows users to remove objects or people from photos using a smart eraser in the Photos app, without the need for third-party apps.

Which iPhone models support the Apple Intelligence feature?

The feature is available on iPhone 16 Series models, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

What should users do if their iPhone does not show the Apple Intelligence feature?

Users should check if their iPhone is updated to the latest iOS 18 version, as the feature was made available after the iOS 18.1 update.

Why can't EU users access the Apple Intelligence feature right now?

The feature is not available for EU users at the moment, but it is expected to become available around April.

How can users activate the Apple Intelligence feature in the Photos app?

Users need to launch the Photos app, select the photo they want to edit, tap the Edit button, and then select Cleanup to start removing objects or people.

What tools are available in the Cleanup option to remove unwanted objects or people?

In the Cleanup option, users can choose between a brush or circle tool to highlight the object or person they wish to remove.

What happens after highlighting an object or person for removal?

The app uses its AI to remove the unwanted part and automatically fills in the background to blend with the surrounding areas.

How can users undo changes made during the editing process?

To undo changes, users can tap the back arrow at the top left corner or select the Reset option to undo all changes at once.

Can users save the edited photo after making changes?

Yes, once satisfied with the edits, users can tap Done or Apply to save the changes.

What if users want to revert to the original version of the photo?

Users can revert to the original photo anytime by re-editing the photo and selecting the Revert option, followed by selecting Revert to Original.