Google Photos adds AI-powered meme creation with ‘Meme’

Do you have an adorable cat photo that you know could go viral? Google’s new artificial intelligence feature, I’m Mimiallows Google Photos to convert images into Memesthose pictures with sassy captions that sometimes express exactly the right emotions. Choose a Google template, upload your meme, and the AI ​​will turn it into a meme.

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To use I’m a meme:

1. On your device, open the Google Photos app.
2. At the bottom, tap creates And then I’m Mimi.
3. Select a template.
4. handle He adds image.
5. Select the image you want to upload.
6. handle is born.
7. After creating the meme:

• To save the meme: Click Save.
• To create again: Press renewal.
• To share on other platforms: click Share.

I have a Google Pixel 9, and even though my Photos app is up to date, the option isn’t showing up for me as of Friday.

At CES 2026, Google CEO Samir Samat told CNET that the company wants Making its own artificial intelligence toolsincluding nano banana and gemini, more beneficial. Although creating memes may not be the most practical use of AI, it is something anyone can try.

A Google representative did not immediately respond to a request for comment.