WWDC 2018: Apple launches Memoji to let you create Animoji of yourself

Apple on Monday announced that Animoji, which allow users to animate the facial expressions of emojis using facial recognition technology, is getting an update. Apple iPhone X users can now create Memoji - custom, detailed avatars that looks just like you.

The announcement was made at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Jose where the company unveiled several software upgrades.

Apple’s Animoji feature was launched with iPhone X in November. While Animoji allowed users to animate the facial expressions of emojis, Memoji will give you the ability to create a custom emoji that would look just like you. 

Here is how you can customize your Memoji on iPhone X:

1- Open the Messages app and tap on the Animoji button.

2- Swipe right and click on the add button to create a custom Memoji.

3- You can choose features like skin colour, hairstyle and even freckles to create an emoji version of you. You can also add accessories like glasses and earrings. 

4- After you are satisfied with your Memoji, tap Done in the top right hand corner to complete and use your Memoji. 

WWDC 2018:

Apple on Monday unveiled software upgrades that would let older iPhones run faster, help parents limit their children's screen time and make its Siri voice assistant work more like a rival feature from Amazon.com.

Apple faced a backlash late last year when it emerged that the company slowed down some older iPhones with flagging batteries. The latest version of Apple's operating system for the iPhone and iPad, iOS 12, will make older devices, such as the iPhone 6, work better.

Apple also rolled out group video chat sessions with up to 32 users, putting it in direct competition with companies such as Cisco Systems Inc and Microsoft Corp's Skype.

(With Reuters inputs)