Apple unveils new 'Memoji' and updates FaceTime for up to 32 people

Apple has unveiled an update to animoji that will allow users to create their own personalized characters called'memojis' that can be used in a new version of FaceTime Apple first introduced Animoji with the iPhone X, the only device it works for due to the front-facing True Depth camera. Originally limited to few character options such as a cat, unicorn, or a poop, the company has now expanded the feature in iOS 12. The new'memoji' was allows people to make animated versions of themselves from within the Messages app. An animoji Tim Cook takes part in a FaceTime Group chat at Apple's WWDC event. The firm has added groups chat and a new'memoji' feature for the first time.