Overview
- Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported over the weekend that iOS 27 adds a “Suggested Genmoji” toggle that proposes custom emoji from your Photos and commonly typed phrases.
- The setting is optional in keyboard preferences, easing privacy worries about using Photos and typing history, though it is not yet clear if processing stays fully on-device.
- Suggestions are expected to appear in the keyboard’s suggestion bar, placing Genmoji where people already look for predictive text.
- Earlier versions drew criticism for off-target images and heavy power use, and Gurman says Apple has made tweaks to curb overheating and battery drain.
- Outlets say Apple will preview the change at WWDC on June 8 with a broader iOS 27 release in the fall.