Canva Background Remover Regressed in Quality and Frequently Hangs on Processing
Users who previously relied on Canva's background removal tool report it now produces worse results than before while also freezing during processing. The regression affects basic design workflows that users had incorporated into their routine. A core feature becoming less reliable than its previous state erodes trust in the platform's AI capabilities.
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