Google Photos and Pixel Camera get simple updates on Android

Google is making some easy yet helpful changes to its apps on Android phones. As of March 20, 2025, Google Photos and Pixel Camera are getting updates that tweak how they work, aiming to keep things smooth and user-friendly. Let’s break it down.

First, Google Photos is simplifying its layout. The app used to have a bottom bar with tabs like “Photos,” “Memories,” and “Library.” Now, the “Memories” tab is gone from that bar. Don’t worry—those memory features aren’t disappearing! They’re just moving to a new spot called “Moments,” still easy to find within the app.

This change started on iPhones late last year and popped up on some Android devices in January. With the latest Google Photos version (7.20), it’s rolling out to more Android users. If you don’t see it yet, try closing and reopening the app from your phone’s settings. The goal? A cleaner look that’s less cluttered and simpler to navigate.

Meanwhile, Pixel Camera is facing a small hiccup with WhatsApp. Normally, after snapping a picture with a Pixel Camera, you can swipe up on the preview and share it directly to apps like WhatsApp. But a recent WhatsApp update has broken this handy shortcut. WhatsApp no longer shows up in the Pixel Camera’s sharing list, even though the camera app itself hasn’t changed.

This issue started with WhatsApp’s latest version rolling out this week. Older versions of WhatsApp still work fine with the feature, so it’s clear the problem comes from WhatsApp’s side. For now, Pixel users might need to save the photo and share it manually through WhatsApp until a fix arrives.

These updates show Google’s effort to keep things straightforward while adapting to how other apps play along. The Photos change makes the app feel less crowded, while the Camera-WhatsApp snag is a reminder that not everything stays perfectly in sync. Both tweaks, though small, affect how millions use their phones daily, proving even little updates matter.