**UPDATE: Sep. 18, 2024, 10:51 p.m. EDT**
*Genmoji, a component of Apple’s latest AI platform referred to as Apple Intelligence, is currently unavailable. While Apple Intelligence has been launched alongside iOS 18.1, Genmoji is anticipated to debut in December.*
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**Genmoji**, unveiled at [WWDC 2024](https://mashable.com/article/wwdc-2024-everything-apple-announced), is among the most hotly anticipated features of [iOS 18](https://mashable.com/article/wwdc-2024-apple-ios-18-ai-features). The term “Genmoji” is a fusion of “generative AI” and “emoji,” enabling users to produce personalized emojis simply by describing them.
Though iOS comes with an extensive selection of emojis, there are occasions when none truly express the exact sentiment you’re after. Genmoji solves this issue by employing [Apple Intelligence](https://mashable.com/article/apple-intelligence-ai-siri-wwdc-2024) and on-device computation to create tailored emojis. But how do you utilize Genmoji?
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### How to Use Genmoji in iOS 18
While Genmoji isn’t available yet, here is a brief guide on how to access it when it launches. Genmoji, similar to other Apple Intelligence functionalities, will only be available on the [iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max](https://mashable.com/review/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-review) models, plus the entire [iPhone 16](https://mashable.com/review/iphone-16-and-iphone-16-plus) series.
Here’s what we know thus far from Apple’s announcements:
1. Launch the **Messages** app.
2. Choose a conversation or initiate a new message.
3. Click the emoji icon.
4. In the text box, enter a description of the emoji you wish to create. For instance: “A pink flamingo with tap-dancing shoes.”
5. Press **”Create new emoji.”**
After a brief moment, an ovular bubble will show up, signifying that your Genmoji is on the way. You’ll then have the option to browse through various versions of your custom emoji and pick your favorite by tapping **”Insert.”**
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### Genmoji Release Date for iOS 18
As reported by [Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman](https://mashable.com/article/apple-intelligence-release-date), Genmoji is projected to be launched with iOS 18.2, expected to arrive in December. In addition to Genmoji, another eagerly awaited feature, **Image Playground**, will also be introduced. This feature will permit users to create AI-generated images and is set to launch with the same iOS update.
Apple has officially confirmed this schedule, indicating that Genmoji will be accessible on compatible iPhones next month.
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For additional details about iOS 18 and its novel features, including **Apple Intelligence**, be sure to check our [featured video](https://mashable.com).