Fresh Look, Faster Editing: Google Snapseed 3.0 Lands on iPhone and iPad
What’s changed, how it helps—and why Android users should pay attention.
By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor
June 14, 2025
Ever opened Snapseed on your iPhone lately and wondered if you’d accidentally launched a preview of iOS 26?
That’s no glitch.
Here's a Cool Tip: Check out the updated Snapseed photo editor for iPhone and iPads.
Google has given its beloved reactive photo editor—not updated much since 2021—an all‑new face with version 3.0
We first told you about this amazing photo editing software way back in 2015.
For business users, educators, and productivity enthusiasts who use image editing as part of their workflow, this refresh brings both aesthetic elegance and real efficiency.
What You’ll Gain
• Save editing time with customizable “Faves” tools
• Boost quality using enhanced RAW/JPG handling and vintage filters
• Enjoy smoother workflows thanks to UI layout optimized for quick taps
What’s New in Snapseed 3.0
Google’s Snapseed 3.0 is rolling out to iPhone and iPad, introducing major changes:
- Faves tab at the bottom toolbar to pin your most-used tools.
- Toolbar redesign: “Looks” stays left, “Tools” moves to bottom-right, while “Export” shifts to the top-right corner.
- Grid of recent edits on the home screen and a floating “+” action button to start quick edits.
- New vintage-style filters and better RAW and JPG editing tools.
- Arc-style adjustment controls replace straight sliders, making precision tweaking more tactile .
It’s the first major overhaul since the dark‑mode release in 2021.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here's how to do it.
iOS
- Download Snapseed from the App Store.
- Open Snapseed, tap the “+” floating action button at the bottom center.
- Browse your photo library, choose an image.
- Use the toolbar: Looks (left) → Faves (center) → Tools (right).
- In Tools, scroll through categories: Adjust, Retouch, Style, Creative.
- Tap tool, then adjust using arc controller at the bottom or swipe directly.
- Export via the top-right button and choose format and quality.
Android
- Not yet available.
- However, older version is available HERE.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Faster workflows: “Faves” keeps your go-to filters/tools ready - ideal for busy journalists or teachers prepping images.
- Higher-quality results: RAW support and vintage filters expand creative potential.
- Modern UI: The grid and FAB streamline entry points for editing.
Cons:
- Android users feel left out: No update confirmed yet.
- Learning curve: Arc controls and relocated Export could slow seasoned users initially.
- Odd placement: Export’s new location up top isn’t intuitive at first glance.
Who Can Use It
Available now on iPhone and iPad via the App Store with no cost—intended for general public, educators, business users, and creative professionals using iOS. Android users: stay tuned—no update yet.
Key Takeaways
Snapseed 3.0 gives a fresh, efficient UI with pinned tools, better access, and refined controls.
It speeds up workflows for professionals while improving photo quality. Android users, however, still wait.
Try It Yourself
Try it now: update Snapseed and explore Faves with your most-used tools. Comment below with your favorite combination, subscribe for daily tips, and share this one with your team.
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