Family albums and Tet photographs from 10-20 years ago, often faded in color and with blurring details over time, are frequently brought out by families for review during the end-of-year season. Instead of merely viewing them, many families are now choosing to clarify, adjust, and digitally store these images.

This shift is driven by integrated editing features on smartphones. On certain Samsung Galaxy phone models, users can utilize the Gemini artificial intelligence assistant to help restore photos. This tool allows for clarifying faces, adjusting lighting, improving colors, or suggesting edits appropriate to the context.

Old photos get a refreshed background with AI. Photo: Samsung

Old photos get a refreshed background with AI. Photo: Samsung

Rather than altering the composition significantly, many users make only moderate adjustments, such as preserving the original frame and expressions, increasing sharpness for easier viewing, or adding warm tones suitable for the Tet atmosphere. This process occurs directly on the phone, eliminating the need for specialized software.

Reviewing and editing old photos together has become a family activity. Younger generations guide grandparents and parents on how to use the artificial intelligence tools. Older family members recount the stories behind each picture. Technology acts as an intermediary, supporting the process of preserving memories.

With models like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the large screen and high resolution make viewing photos more detailed when the entire family watches together. Integrated Gemini allows for direct editing and suggests improvements to sharpness or color based on context.

According to Samsung, Tet is not only an occasion to create new memories, but also a time to reflect on past moments. When technology is used appropriately, refreshing old photos becomes a gentle way for generations to connect with shared memories.

Linh Lam