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Does Animoji Use Truedepth?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 6 min read
Does Animoji Use Truedepth?

Animoji uses the IR system on the iPhone X TrueDepth camera system to periodically update a depth map but it uses the RGB camera constantly to track and match facial movement and expressions.

Does Animoji use Face ID?

Animoji leverages the TrueDepth camera system used for Face ID, as well as the chip inside a compatible iPhone, to capture and analyse more than 50 different muscle movements in your face. It then mirrors your expressions in different emoji to produce Animoji.

How do you use TrueDepth camera on iPhone Memoji?

How to use your Memoji on an iPhone with a TrueDepth camera
  1. To use your Memoji, open the App Drawer while in the Messages window and select the Memoji icon.
  2. Swipe through to find your Memoji. ...
  3. Once you're ready, tap the record button located in the lower left-hand corner.
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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.