Apple has introduced a new feature in iOS 26 that allows users to access ChatGPT-powered image styles on Image Playground. This update includes popular art styles such as anime, oil painting, watercolor, vector, and print, in addition to Apple's existing Animation, Illustration, and Sketch styles.
With the new "Any Style" option, users can now input custom descriptions to generate images in various styles, similar to how ChatGPT works. This AI-powered image generation trend has gained popularity on social media, enabling users to transform their photos into Studio Ghibli characters, Funko Pop figurines, and more.
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Image Playground ChatGPT image generation requires permission. | Image credit — PhoneArena
Keep in mind that ChatGPT image generation may be slower than Apple's on-device styles, and there are fewer content restrictions. Users with free ChatGPT accounts may encounter image generation limitations, while paid subscriptions offer more usage. iOS 26's Image Playground aims to enhance users' creative experience with ChatGPT integration.
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Revamped Genmoji Experience in iOS 26
Aside from ChatGPT integration, Apple has enhanced Genmoji in iOS 26, allowing users to create custom emoji by combining existing ones or describing new ones using text prompts. The improved Genmoji feature delivers a more consistent and flexible emoji creation experience for users.
Image Playground Genmoji creation. | Image credit — PhoneArena
While Google and Samsung offer similar AI customization features, Apple's approach with iOS 26 provides users with integrated tools, eliminating the need for external apps or services. The accessibility of these new features encourages users to explore creative image and emoji generation options easily on their iPhones.
iOS 26 is currently available to developers, with a public beta planned for July and a full release expected in September. The addition of ChatGPT styles to Image Playground offers users expanded creative possibilities and a seamless experience within the iOS ecosystem.
