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While many people know about Google’s Nano Banana image generation model because of its ability to create pictures used in viral trends, there’s actually a lot more to the tool than you might realize.
Yes, you can create a 3D figurine or caricature based on a selfie for the latest social media challenge. But there are also some really handy ways to use it in your daily life.
I use the tool in the Gemini app by uploading images with prompts to reimagine or rework them. Here are a few of the valuable ways I’ve used it.
Have you used Nano Banana in Gemini to help you with photo edits? 5 votes Yes (let us know how in the comments). 60 % No. 40 %
1. Restoring damaged images
Before Gemini edit After Gemini edit
Restoring damaged images is, in my opinion, one of the best ways to use AI tools like Nano Banana. While we live in a time where most people have digital backups of their cherished images, most images older than 25 years will only have physical copies.
These copies can get easily damaged by household leaks. I’ve even had photos stick to the glass of a frame. In these cases, it’s not as simple as printing another copy if you no longer have the old film.
Old photos are susceptible to damage, but you can use Gemini to restore them.
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