Google Pics is a new Workspace tool that sounds like a big Canva competitor
Google has introduced a new tool called Google Pics at the Google I/O 2026 event. This tool is designed for photo editing and graphic design, positioning itself as a competitor to Canva. Built on Google's AI image creation platform, Google Pics aims to enhance the Workspace experience.
- ▪Google Pics was presented by Suz Chambers, Director of Google Creative Lab, at Google I/O 2026.
- ▪The tool allows users to edit existing photos, create images from scratch, and design various graphics.
- ▪Google Pics is based on Google's existing AI image creation platform called Nano Banana.
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Home > Tech Google Pics is a new Workspace tool that sounds like a big Canva competitor Suz Chambers, Director of Google Creative Lab, presented the new tool at Google I/O 2026. By Samantha Mangino Samantha Mangino Shopping Reporter Boston-based Shopping Reporter, Samantha Mangino, covers all things tech at Mashable, rounding up the best products and deals. She’s covered commerce for three years, spending extensive time testing and reviewing all things home, including couches, steam irons, and washing machines. She thoroughly vets products and internet trends, finding out if those cozy gamer chairs are really as comfortable as TikTok claims.
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