Google Photos Unresponsiveness Hits Pixel Users After Editing Images
Google Photos has become unresponsive for some Pixel users after editing images, causing frustration and inconvenience. According to reports on Reddit, the app freezes when attempting to perform certain actions, such as cropping or adding filters.
The issue appears to affect a range of Pixel devices, including the Pixel 9 series, Pixel 10, and Pixel 11 Pro XL. Users have reported that the app becomes unresponsive after editing photos, with no error message or loading indication provided.
Google responded to one user's report by offering troubleshooting suggestions, but these did not resolve the issue. The company advised the user to file an official bug report, suggesting that a software update may be necessary to fix the problem.
The timing of the issues is unclear, but they appear to have coincided with the recent Google Photos app update, which introduced new features such as Gemini Spark integration and 'Moods' styles. It's uncertain whether the update is the cause of the problems or just a coincidence.