VOICED: Could virtual makeovers be the future?

Ubisoft has developed a new messaging technique allowing users to customize their images with hats, hairstyles, and accessories. This technology targets both young and mature audiences, enabling personalized messages. It uses face recognition to superimpose objects that follow body movements. The application is free, with options for advertising-supported or purchasable content. Future applications include video games, where players can impose their faces on characters.

What features can users customize in their messaging experience?

What new technique has been developed by the French company Ubisoft?

Who are the two main demographics targeted by the messaging application?

How does the application utilize face recognition technology?

What potential future applications are mentioned for the technology?