Google Workspace Update Version Google Pics
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Update Summary
Google Pics is generally available in Workspace, bringing AI image generation and object-based editing to Docs, Slides, Drive, and the Pics app. It is on by default for admins and can be disabled at the domain, OU, or group level.
Update Details
New Features
- AI image generation from text prompts with multiple variations.
- Precise local editing by selecting specific image elements.
- Edit, reformat, or translate individual text elements in images.
- Crop images for web, social media, print, or digital use.
- Upscale images to 2K or 4K.
- Persistent version history for reverting changes.
- Edit images directly from Google Docs or Slides without switching apps.
- Collaboration support for sharing, inviting teammates, and opening or creating images in Google Drive.
Hints
- Admins: Google Pics is on by default and can be disabled at the domain, OU, or group level.
- Rapid Release rollout starts Sep 1, 2026 with gradual visibility over up to 15 days.
- Scheduled Release rollout starts Sep 15, 2026 with gradual visibility over up to 15 days.
- Generative AI usage is subject to limits; higher access is available at least through Feb 28, 2027.
- Usage from other Workspace surfaces, such as Google Slides, is subject to existing image generation limits.
Links
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Google Workspace Admin Help: Turn Google Pics on or off for users
https://support.google.com/a/answer/...
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Google Help: Learn about Google Pics availability
https://support.google.com/...
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Google Help: Get started with Google Pics
https://support.google.com/...
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News from Google: Try Google Pics
https://workspace.google.com/blog/...
Product Information
Vendor: Google
Product: Workspace
Product type: Other
Platform: Web
Version: Google Pics
Vendor release date: Sep 1, 2026
Original release notes: View on vendor site
Published on updatealert.io: Sep 3, 2026
Description: Productivity and collaboration suite for business communication and documents.