Key information
- Users can create custom emojis called ‘Genmojis’ using Apple’s intelligence on compatible devices.
- Genmoji creation is limited to iPhones and iPads, but will be extended to Macs in the future.
- Users can refine their Genmojis by tagging people in Photos and choosing style options.
Apple’s latest software update, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, introduces a new feature called “Genmoji”, powered by Apple Intelligence. This allows users to create personalized emojis suited to their imagination. Users can describe any emoji they want, such as a “sad cowboy” or an “octopus DJ,” and Apple’s AI generates it accordingly.
To use Genmojis, users must have a compatible device running the latest version of iOS. These include the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, iPads with the M1 chip or later, and the iPad mini (A17 Pro). Currently, Genmoji creation is limited to iPhones and iPads, but Apple plans to expand this feature to Macs in the future.
Using Genmojis
Creating a Genmoji is a simple process. Open a conversation, go to the keyboard and tap the smiley face or globe icon. Look for the multi-colored smiley face with a plus sign in the upper right corner of the keyboard; tapping on it will bring up a text bar where you can describe the desired emoji. After you enter your description and tap “Done,” Apple’s artificial intelligence will generate the emoji based on your input.
Refine your Genmojis
To create Genmojis based on specific people, make sure they’re tagged in your Photos app. When describing your emoji, tap the “Choose Person” option above the text field. The system will identify recognizable faces in your photos and give you styling options for the Genmoji.
The results generated do not always match expectations. Users can refine their descriptions to get more satisfying results. Once created, Genmojis can be accessed within the keyboard by swiping or tapping the sticker icon. They can also be used as Tapback reactions by tapping and holding on a message, then selecting the smiley face with a plus sign.
Manage your Genmojis
If users want to delete a Genmoji, they must return to the emoji keyboard, locate it, press and hold, then tap “Delete” when the option appears.
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