iOS 27 Could Bring Smarter Genmoji Recommendations from Photos and Typing

Apple's next major iOS update, iOS 27, could bring a smarter Genmoji feature that suggests emoji based on a user's photos and typing habits. The feature was first introduced in iOS 18.2 and received more customization options in iOS 26. Now, according to a leak from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing to make Genmoji more proactive by automatically recommending emoji without manual input.

Leak suggests proactive emoji suggestions

The new system would analyze personal photos and typing history to generate intelligent Genmoji recommendations. This would mark a shift from the current approach, where users manually create or select Genmoji. The leak does not clarify whether the recommendation engine will run entirely on-device, which could raise privacy concerns given the need to process personal data.

Apple has not officially confirmed the feature or provided details on its implementation. The company has not commented on the leak, and it remains unclear when iOS 27 will be announced or released. As with any unannounced feature, plans could change before the final release.

The Genmoji feature has evolved since its debut, and this potential upgrade would continue that trend. However, the privacy implications of analyzing personal photos and typing history may draw scrutiny. Apple typically emphasizes on-device processing for privacy, but the leak does not confirm whether that approach will be used here.