Technologies

Use this Pixel 6 camera trick to get rid of that random person in the background of your photo

Google Pixel 6’s Magic Eraser feature means you never have to worry about a photobomber ruining a picture again.

If you’ve ever had a candid photo spoiled by a bystander zooming into the frame right as you pressed the shutter, Google’s new Pixel 6 phones have a solution that will help save those treasured memories. It’s called the Magic Eraser.

Google introduced the new Magic Eraser photo-editing tool alongside the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro at the company’s launch event last week. The Magic Eraser tool lets you remove unwanted items or people pulling focus from both new and old photos without compromising the background with a blur effect. The feature detects distractions in your photos, makes suggestions on what could be removed, and lets you choose to erase them all at once, or one at a time, with a simple tap, according to a blog post from Google. Machine learning then predicts what the pixels would look like after you remove the item.

When you’re trying to get that perfect image for Instagram, the rest of the world won’t always notice you’re taking a photo and could unintentionally end up in the background. The Magic Eraser features save you from awkwardly asking someone to move out of frame while giving you more control over what shows up in your pictures.

In addition to Magic Eraser, the Pixel 6 series also got new camera hardware and features like Real Tone and Motion mode. The tech giant also announced a Pixel Pass bundle deal, the Android 12 OS and the in-house Tensor chip.

Magic Eraser is only available on the new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro for now, but here’s how to find it.

How to use Magic Eraser on your Pixel 6

1. Open the Google Photos app

2. Choose the photo you want

3. Tap Edit in the bottom toolbar

4. Tap Magic Eraser. The tool will detect and outline potential distractions in white

5. If you agree with the suggestions, tap Erase All or tap each item to remove them individually.

If Magic Eraser didn’t choose what you want to remove, you can manually circle something in the photo to erase it.

The Google Pixel 6 ($599) and the Pixel 6 Pro ($899) are available now.

For more information, check out what the Pixel 6 Pro could mean for Apple and Samsung, as well as why the Pixel 6 is a major upgrade for phones.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im