Google introduces Photomoji in Messages app

In a recent update to its Messages app, Google has introduced an innovative feature known as Photomoji, poised to revolutionize the way users express themselves in messaging. Initially exclusive to beta testers, this feature is set to roll out to all users in the coming weeks. Photomoji in Google Messages allows users to craft and send personalized emoji reactions using their own images. This means you can capture a picture of your own facial expression, feature a beloved pet, or even photograph an object that perfectly conveys your reaction to a message. Essentially, it's about creating emojis that are uniquely yours, injecting a personal and intimate touch into your conversations. By utilizing your own facial expressions, personal photos, or objects that resonate with your emotions, Photomoji enables you to convey feelings in a way standard emojis cannot. This feature transcends conventional emoji sets by allowing the use of real-life images to authentically capture your reactions. To familiarize users with this exciting new feature, Google has shared some key details. Currently, Photomoji operates solely in a specific type of chat known as RCS chats. Users can create and maintain up to 30 Photomoji at a time, easily modifying or deleting them from the dedicated "Photomoji" section in the app. However, not everyone may have access to this feature just yet, as it is still in the process of being made available to all users. To check its availability, users are encouraged to update their Google Messages app or consider joining the beta program for early access.

Google Messages New Features

The default messaging app on the majority of Android phones, Google Messages, has undergone a significant update today, introducing a variety of new features that promise to enhance your conversations. The revamped user interface maintains a familiar appearance, resembling the widely popular messaging app on iPhones, iMessage. One notable addition is the Photomoji feature, allowing users to extract objects from their photos, turning them into personalized photomojis that can be sent as reactions in Google Messages. Shared in group chats, these photomojis can be utilized by other users, akin to Apple's live stickers feature.

Another addition is the Voice Moods feature, enabling users to send voice notes with enhanced emphasis. Following the recording of the message, users can choose from nine different emotions, such as laughter or party fever. Upon sending the voice note, the recipient hears the message accompanied by a visual effect, highlighting the selected voice's mood. Borrowed from iMessage, Google Messages now incorporates Screen Effects, offering fully immersive, vibrant effects that take over the entire screen when sending specific messages. For instance, typing 'I love you' triggers a screen effect where the heart emoji explodes on the screen. Google mentions the presence of over 15 screen effect prompt words.