# BEAM: Magic AI Photo Editor — Expand, Erase, Replace & More

> AI-powered photo editor for animation, background replacement, and object manipulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Cardinal Blue.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beam-magic-ai-photo-editor/id6502189931 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cardinal Blue](https://appshunter.io/developer/381057842)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 2,966 App Store ratings · 118 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 255 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beam-magic-ai-photo-editor/id6502189931/reviews.md

## What is BEAM?

Introducing BEAM: Say hi to your new fave photo editing app, from the makers of PicCollage (over 260 million downloads worldwide!)

There's a reason BEAM is one of the fastest growing AI photo editors on the market - just read our reviews! We care about quality over quantity - you won't find our app stuffed full of confusing features or weird filters. We provide premium tools and powerful AI photo editing features - but we make sure everyone can access them. At BEAM it's our mission to make exclusive editing tools available to all. Come join the club and start creating with us today.


About those tools

Animate Photo (New): Bring any photo to life with AI.
Describe the motion you want, or let AI decide for you. Instantly turn still photos into eye-catching animated videos that feel dynamic and alive.

AI Magic Scene (New): Swap photo backgrounds with AI
Swap photo backgrounds with AI. Turn everyday product shots into studio-quality images in seconds. Replace messy backgrounds with polished, professional-looking scenes—right from your phone.

Magic Replace: If you can dream it, we can make it a reality
It's our latest feature and we are in LOVE. Use AI to replace or imagine ANYTHING you like in your photos - with endless generations you can keep iterating to your hearts content.

Filters & Effects: Exclusive to BEAM, made unique by YOU ;)
Discover aesthetic photo filters that flatter any photo you throw at them. From our BEAM team fave ‘Pastel Crayon’ to the wild card ‘Tropical Escape’, we’re confident there’s an effect here that will surprise you. And the best news? Zero time editing - so you get your time back to go make some more memories.

Object Remover: Otherwise known as “Delete Him.”¯\(ツ)/¯
Got an unwanted photobomber? An ex you’d rather forget? …Or just a messy room you wish you’d bothered to tidy before you took a selfie that’s too good keep in your camera roll? We gotchu! With BEAM, you can remove any object from your photos in an instant. One tap and it's gone, with the background seamlessly filled in… moments might not be perfect, but we can polish up your receipts.

Magic Lift Tool: Move anything… anywhere
Magically lift and move objects within your photo. Rearrange elements at your whim. Wish he’d stood there - and she just got a liiiiittle bit closer to the camera? With BEAM, you’re in charge of composition - even after the photo is taken.

Photo Enlarger: Expand your horizons… Literally
Need more space in your shot? Cropped too close in the moment - but now there’s nowhere for your text to go on that dumb tall Instagram story?! Expand the boundaries of your photos and let our BEAM fill in the void with ease - and sometimes some fun surprises! Because social media’s asking for all sorts of ratios these days :')

Outline Tool: Beautiful border effects
Add some flair to your photos with our unique outline and stroke effects. Highlight what matters most and make sure - whatever or whoever the subject of your photos - that it‘s what catches people’s eye.

Every Tool: Quick and easy
Everything is designed to be fast and effortless. Tap, wait a moment, and enjoy great results without squinting or fiddling. Editing is boring. Go touch some grass.

Privacy Policy: Your photos are yours alone. BEAM ensures your data is safe and private. Edit with confidence knowing we've got your back - we do not store your photos on our servers and we will never, ever share your data or content with 3rd parties.

Get In Touch (please!): Got questions or feedback? Nothing makes the BEAM team happier than FEEDBACK (ﾉ･_-) Reach out to our friendly support team anytime with questions, problems or suggestions at beam@piccollage.com

BEAM: Because you shouldn’t have anything on your phone that isn’t either useful or beautiful… And we’re both. Download BEAM today and bring some added sparkle to your lovely life!

Terms of Service: http://cardinalblue.com/tos
Privacy Policy: https://cardinalblue.com/privacy

## Key features

- Animate photos with AI
- Swap photo backgrounds with AI
- Replace any object in photos
- Remove unwanted objects
- Move objects within photos
- Expand photo boundaries
- Apply aesthetic filters and effects

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Club BEAM | $7.99 | per month |
| Club BEAM | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Popular | $8.99 | one-time |
| Best | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of BEAM?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fantastic photo editing capabilities
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💎 Powerful and robust features
- 🆓 Completely free with no ads
- 🎨 Unique and creative filters/effects
- 🔍 Excellent background/object removal tool

**Cons**

- 🔍 Quality loss when saving extended photos
- 🔍 Inconsistent performance of some filters

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Saved photos not appearing in photo library

**Most requested features**

- More background options
- Add people from other photos to create group images

## Recent user reviews (10 of 118)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beam-magic-ai-photo-editor/id6502189931/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My opinion on this app.

*2026-08-19, version 1.34.0*

I actually love it most of the time but then u get something random that not even worth saving and with a quote it changes the wording or adds more to it that u can not even read. Simply ruins all of it and at times have to Dedo it and waste another edit.
Also it’s blurry at times.

### 4/5 — Almost perfect…

*2026-07-29, version 1.34.0*

I would have given it 5 stars but your app is absolutely terrible when it comes to human body parts, like hands, legs, and feet!

### 1/5 — The App Needs an Update.

*2026-07-13, version 1.34.0*

Used to be a great app. Then they did an update 4 months ago and it made the experience way worse. Now they haven even update since then. What’s the point of a monthly subscription if you do update the app?

### 1/5 — Bad

*2026-06-16, version 1.34.0*

Bad

### 1/5 — برنامج صار فاشل إلى افشل

*2026-06-03, version 1.34.0*

برنامج صار فاشل فاشل

### 1/5 — قبل احسن

*2026-05-26, version 1.34.0*

برنامج صار فاشل فاشل

### 1/5 — Too pushy for reviews

*2026-05-13, version 1.34.0*

I haven’t even started using the app and they’ve asked me for a review 5 times, so here’s your review, hope it was worth it

### 3/5 — Bad update

*2026-04-19, version 1.33.0*

AI as lost it! Cut out is now poor! After update!

### 1/5 — Terrible forced subscription

*2025-12-30, version 1.27.0*

Horrific can do the same stuff on s free app

#deleted

### 1/5 — Subscription issues

*2025-12-29, version 1.27.0*

I purchased a one year subscription at the beginning of September 2025. I recently switched to a new phone and now my subscription doesn’t work when I tap the icon. It completely does not recognize me. What makes this frustrating is that it’s virtually impossible to get in touch with support to help me fix the issue.

## Frequently asked questions about BEAM

### What can I do with BEAM: Magic AI Photo Editor?

BEAM allows you to animate still photos, replace backgrounds with AI-generated scenes, and replace or imagine any object within your photos. You can also remove unwanted objects, move elements around, expand photo boundaries, and apply unique filters and effects.

### How does the AI animation feature work?

The Animate Photo feature uses AI to bring any photo to life. You can describe the motion you desire, or let the AI decide. This instantly transforms static images into dynamic, animated videos.

### Is BEAM a free app?

The app is free to download and use, offering a range of powerful AI editing features. However, it does include in-app purchases for additional features or content, aligning with a freemium model.

### What kind of filters and effects are available?

BEAM offers exclusive aesthetic photo filters and effects designed to flatter any image. These range from subtle styles like ‘Pastel Crayon’ to more vibrant options like ‘Tropical Escape’, allowing for creative expression without extensive editing time.

### Can I remove people or objects from my photos?

Yes, the Object Remover tool, humorously nicknamed 'Delete Him,' allows you to instantly remove any unwanted photobombers, ex-partners, or distracting elements from your photos. The background is seamlessly filled in after removal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.34.0 — 2026-04-24

Effect templates are now faster and more refined. Better support for older devices. Various improvements under the hood.

### 1.33.0 — 2026-04-10

Object selection is now faster and more responsive, making editing smoother than ever.

### 1.32.2 — 2026-03-26

BEAM is coming hot with some fresh bug fixes to make your journey as smooth as it can! 

love, 
BEAM team

### 1.32.1 — 2026-03-16

Bug fixes and minor improvements.

### 1.32.0 — 2026-03-13

We’ve updated parts of the home screen to make tools easier to find and use.

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All apps by Cardinal Blue: https://appshunter.io/developer/381057842

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