It will not be possible to work out the details of the environment, shift the focus and blur the background on smartphones and tablets with the Android operating system with built-in graphic editors: the tools built into the “Gallery” and called up by the “Edit” button are too limited in functionality.
There, even with color balance, problems arise, and if you apply inscriptions or stickers, you’ll just have to hope for miracles.
Therefore, it’s time to change directions and look at Google Play - a digital store where it’s easy to find graphic editors and services that can blur every background that comes to hand in no time:
Snapseed
A full-length art laboratory for background blur from Google developers on Android. Among the available functions are filters and pre-generated templates that automatically correct noise and low-quality detail in source files added in JPG, PNG and even RWA format.
And there was also a place for the technologies “White Balance”, “Perspective” (distortion of space and thoughtful geometry of objects), “Vignette”. Well, where would we be without the bokeh effect? Blur can be applied in a variety of ways and can be edited in both complex and targeted ways.
Snapseed is distributed free of charge, and you don’t have to pay for additional functionality. The only thing you have to put up with is advertising that appears more often than you would like.
After Focus
This application allows you to easily apply blur, motion and zoom effects. You can select the focus area by drawing a border with your finger, and then choose the type of blur you want to apply to your photo. In addition to these wonderful blur effects, After Focus also provides a number of different photo post-processing effects and filters. The only drawback of the free version of the application is that it contains advertising, but its presence does not limit the functionality in any way. Therefore, this necessary evil can be put up with for the sake of getting high-quality images.
Download: After Focus
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Fabby
A non-standard graphic editor crossed with the powers of a designer. The developers from AIMATTER offer to apply makeup and frames, add stickers and inscriptions, choose a background design (blur is on the spot!), and watch the work of other participants, which appear in the main menu without breaks for lunch and weekends.
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Working with Fabby is easy - the developers have also provided special instructions for beginners who are encountering such services for the first time, and have thought out to the smallest detail an interface in which it is impossible to get lost, and every single action can be guessed at first glance.
If desired, Fabby will become an intermediary between finished works and social networks. Works are posted on Instagram or Facebook “in transit”, where tags and specific design can be easily added.
Lightroom Mobile
Lightroom Mobile is a mobile application available for both iOS and Android platforms. While it's not as feature-rich as the desktop version, it's a great option for people who need to do light editing from their mobile devices.
The interface is very convenient on both iOS and Android platforms. The main editing options are neatly tucked away at the bottom of the screen, with photography taking up the bulk of the screen.
Lightroom is free to download. However, you will need an Adobe account to use it. Alternatively, you can sign in using Facebook or your Google account. It's important to note that key features are behind a paywall and are not available in the free version.
DSLR Camera Blur Effects
A tool focused on the bokeh effect, available on Google Play for free and without advertising. One of the advantages of the editor is the precise elaboration of each frame.
It’s easy to change the focus position and create artificial blur (the radius, position, and detail are adjustable), and at the same time turn to artificial intelligence for help, which will try to automatically process the photo and design it in the best possible way.
Facetune2
Selfie editor for blurring the background, familiar first-hand with “bokeh”, background blur and other “improvements” of photographs (especially those taken with the front camera).
One of the advantages over competitors is clarity and information content. The developers did not fill the interface and quick access menu with buttons, tools and items that would force you to spend two hours sorting through different options.
Quite the opposite - the necessary buttons are always at hand, and if problems with the search nevertheless begin, the developers will definitely tell you where to move next and how.
Blur Photo Editor
A newcomer to the background blur genre, it quickly gained public recognition. And the main reason for this is interaction with pictures, divided into three actions.
The first step is adding sources and working on the format and shape (the excess can be trimmed either manually or taking into account the place where the photos will be uploaded in the future - for example, for Instagram), then selecting blur and additional effects.
And then – saving on internal or external memory, or transferring to social networks. It's impossible to get confused!
AirBrush
A camera application for iPhone, diluted with the functionality of a graphic editor that can correct any photos that come to hand. However, as the developers from Meitu Technology suggest, it is not at all necessary to click the shutter and then move on to changes: the road to success can be taken in a different way.
Immediately add effects (filters, new colors, additional artificial lighting, getting rid of noise), apply teeth whitening technology and a corrector that can add brightness to the eyes and expressiveness of emotions. And then all you have to do is click on the only button and you can enjoy likes on social networks.
Meitu – Beauty Cam, Easy Photo Editor
A cross between a photo sharing platform, a graphics editor, and a makeup application platform. The service is designed specifically for girls, and therefore the interface is colorful, and the functions are focused on applying eye shadow, lipstick and concealer powder.
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And, although at first acquaintance the Meitu interface looks overloaded, in fact, after 10-15 minutes the interaction turns from torture into pleasure.
Square Blur
Another application for creating square photos with a blurred bottom layer (this is basically clear from the name of the program). However, in addition to the ability to layer photos, you can also create collages, which can be useful if you want to place several photos on one photo and at the same time put a beautiful blurred background under them.
Download: Square Blur
FabFocus - Portrait Mode Blur
The application is only available to users of Apple products. It is paid and its price is 299 rubles and does not include in-app purchases. Does not require two cameras. The main value of this application is the fairly high-quality processing of photographs in portrait format. It also has the minimum necessary functions for photo processing, such as changing sharpness or the like. One of the disadvantages is that this functionality is sometimes lacking for experienced users or photographers. There is also no Russian language and this may cause additional difficulties in use. To install FabFocus you will need iOS 8.0 or later. It is also compatible with iPhone 5s and newer devices from Apple.
FabFocus - Portrait Mode Blur
Developer: Ghostwheel
Ratings: less than 500
Platforms: iOS
Price: 299 ₽
4.6
★★★★★
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SLOR
The application is not free. At the time of writing, its cost is two hundred ninety-nine rubles. But at seasonal sales you can buy the program for one hundred to one hundred and fifty rubles. You can buy this application and additional functions for it (filters and graininess in the photo), then the kit will cost four hundred and ninety-nine rubles. Does not require a dual camera. You can use it already from the fifth iPhone model. Compatible from version 12 of iOS and later. The application is as simple as possible in its functionality. You can select different levels of blur, adjust the level and distribution of blur. In fact, the program does all the work, and you make minor adjustments. The only negative is the high price, but here we are just as used to it. Either you pay for convenience and pleasant functionality, or you waste time and nerves.
SLOR
Developer: Kabell & Munk
Ratings: less than 100
Platforms: iOS
Price: 299 ₽
3.8
★★★★★
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Focos
It is free and contains a powerful range of functionality. For an additional purchase worth one thousand rubles, unlimited access to filters and photo editing is available. But we are interested in the background blur function. It is completely free and does not require a dual lens on the camera. It works the same way starting from iPhone 5. Requires iOS 11 and later. Can be combined with an iPad, which adds convenience. Nice interface. But due to the large number of tasks and functions, it is difficult to focus on specific tasks. Overall, the program is amazing as a photo editor.
Focos
Developer: Xiaodong Wang
Ratings: more than 5 thousand.
Platforms: iOS
Price: Free, with in-app purchases
4.9
★★★★★
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Apps to blur backgrounds on iOS
On an iPhone, as a rule, there are much more options. For example, some models have a “Portrait” mode, which already does everything you need to blur the background. However, there are models that do not provide such an option, so it is worth considering several applications for artificially creating the bokeh effect.
- Focos Free app with in-app purchases. By the way, only owners of the latest gadgets with a dual camera can use it. But there are a number of functions for regulating light, contrast, etc.
- Blur Photo Effect Background is a free application that has a very simple interface. Even the most inexperienced user can figure it out. There are 13 effects, various modes, and the ability to change the size and hardness of the brush. Feel free to find and use it.
We told you about the simplest and most reliable devices for creating the bokeh effect on Android and iPhone. If one doesn't suit you, be sure to try another. The most unforgettable shots are yet to come!
7. Snapseed
The application is very popular all over the world as it is free. It is suitable even for devices with weak hardware and does not require 2 cameras. Snapseed provides quite a wide range of functionality that is suitable for both ordinary users and professional photographers who decide to process their photos in this application. Among the minuses, there is a rather large overabundance of functions that only interfere and overload the already huge interface. Russian language is built in. Installation requires iOS 9.0 and later.
Snapseed
Developer: Google LLC
Ratings: more than 5 thousand.
Platforms: iOS
Price: Free
3.4
★★★★★
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