Google is giving its Gemini AI app a serious upgrade. Earlier this year, the app introduced built-in image editing tools, but now, thanks to a new model developed by Google DeepMind, those tools are getting smarter, more consistent, and much more creative.

Tackling the Consistency Problem

One of the biggest frustrations with AI image editing has always been consistency. Ask an AI to edit a character or pet across multiple photos, and chances are you'll get slightly different results each time. With this new update, Google says Gemini can now maintain the likeness of people, pets, and objects even as you tweak them across several edits.

For example, you could tell Gemini to change a dog's outfit from a sweater to a raincoat, or move a person from a living room to a beach setting, and the subject's core look will stay intact. That's a big step forward for creators who want a polished, believable output.

Smarter Multi-Turn Editing

Beyond consistency, Gemini is also learning to respect what you don't want changed. The upgraded model supports multi-turn editing—meaning you can keep refining an image bit by bit. If you love how the background looks but only want to adjust the hairstyle, Gemini can now make those tweaks without accidentally altering everything else in the scene.

This "surgical editing" makes the tool more practical for real creative work rather than just playful experimentation.

Combining Photos and Blending Styles

Another exciting addition is the ability to upload multiple photos and merge them into one. Picture yourself combining a selfie with a shot of your dog, and suddenly both of you are hanging out on a basketball court together.

The blending doesn't stop at simple photo merges. Gemini can also transfer attributes from one picture to another. For instance, you could ask it to design a new shirt in the color pattern of your favorite curtains—or give your pet's collar the same texture as your favorite leather jacket.

Keeping AI Images Responsible

Of course, with great AI editing power comes the need for responsible use. Google is sticking to its watermarking policy. Every Gemini-edited image will include a visible watermark as well as an invisible SynthID digital watermark. These markers identify the image as AI-generated, ensuring transparency and helping prevent misuse.

Why This Matters

With these improvements, Google is signaling that it wants Gemini to be more than just a novelty app. By solving issues like character consistency, enabling multi-step editing, and offering creative blending tools, it's moving closer to being a serious platform for designers, hobbyists, and everyday users who want AI to enhance their creative process.