Apple embraces AI for photo editing, blurs reality

Apple is integrating advanced AI-powered photo editing tools into its ecosystem, as showcased at WWDC 2026. These new features allow users extensive image manipulation capabilities, raising questions about the authenticity of "photographs" presented by the company. While Apple previously expressed caution regarding generative AI's potential to distort perceptions, its current direction suggests a shift towards prioritizing creative control over strict realism. This follows the introduction of tools like 'Clean Up,' an AI object removal feature similar to Google Photos' Magic Eraser.