Want to add a personal touch to your holidays? Apple’s Genmoji and Image Playground features are great options

This holiday season, Apple’s iOS 18.2 is making it easier than ever to add a touch of personal flair to your celebrations with two exciting features: Genmoji and Image Playground. Whether you’re designing holiday invitations or creating unique decorations, these tools provide endless opportunities for festive fun. Here’s how to make the most of them:

Craft Unique Emojis with Genmoji

Genmoji lets you create personalised emojis that showcase your individual style and spirit. Perfect for sprucing up Christmas invitations or crafting one-of-a-kind tree ornaments, this feature brings your creativity to life.

Steps to Use Genmoji:

• Open the Messages app: Start by launching the app on your iPhone.

• Tap the Memoji button: Look for your Memoji icon to get started.

• Create a New Memoji: Access the Memoji editor and start designing.

• Customise Your Memoji: Experiment with hairstyles, facial features, accessories, and outfits to make it uniquely yours.

• Add Genmoji: Once satisfied, tap the “Genmoji” button to elevate your creation.

• Choose a Style: Pick from playful, artistic, or classic designs.

• Customise Further: Adjust colours, patterns, and other details to perfect your Genmoji.

Now, you can save and use your Genmoji in Messages, FaceTime, and other apps—or print and use them as decorations.

Design stunning visuals with Image Playground

Apple’s Image Playground turns your holiday ideas into reality. Whether you’re imagining a cosy Christmas scene or need to tweak a photo, this AI-powered tool lets you create professional-quality visuals effortlessly.

Steps to Use Image Playground:

• Open the Photos app: Begin by selecting a photo to edit.

• Tap the “Edit” Button: Access the editing tools within the app.

• Activate Image Playground: Select the “Image Playground” option to unlock its AI features.

• Experiment with Effects: Add filters, change backgrounds, or enhance details to bring your vision to life.

• Fine-Tune Settings: Use sliders and other controls to adjust the effects to your liking.

• Save Your Creation: Once you’re happy, save the edited photo to your library for use in holiday cards, social media, or decor.

With Genmoji and Image Playground, iOS 18.2 is your ultimate toolkit for creating personalised and memorable holiday moments. Whether it’s a cheerful emoji or a magical winter scene, these features ensure your celebrations are uniquely yours. So go ahead—unleash your creativity and make this holiday season truly special!