Amazon has released a redesigned Amazon Photos Android app that streamlines search and sharing features, and makes it less difficult to use with one hand.
The popular Google Photos alternative, which offers subscribers unlimited cloud storage of high-resolution photos, now features a friendlier interface and simplified icons for smarter navigation. And the new user interface finally does away with one of the worst aspects of many cloud storage apps: endless time scrolling.
According to Amazon, "You can simply use your thumb to search your photo gallery by items, places, or years. No need to go back in time, it's all at your fingertips.
What's new in Amazon Photos?
The overdue facelift comes shortly after the company added Amazon Music to Prime in a bid to bolster its Prime subscription package.
If the previous iteration had a problem, it was its dated interface, taking inspiration from Google Photos without offering anything unique. Therefore, improving the UI/UX is the top priority in Amazon's updated photo storage and sharing app.
The main photo gallery sees the biggest review. Galleries are now easier to access and manage, with a filter system located at the bottom of the screen to find images faster.
At the top of the screen, users will now find the floating smiley icon to check account settings, including image recognition and autosave features, printing tools, and remaining storage. It's from here that Fire TV and Echo Show owners will also stream photos to their TV. A paper airplane has also been added, allowing users to share images and videos privately.
iOS users may feel a vague sense of deja vu here; the new user interface mirrors the iPhone version, released in January 2022. The updated Amazon Photos Android app is available on Google Play and is now rolling out to existing users, though it hasn't reached all territories yet.