The wait is over, and we finally have our first look at the next set of emojis coming to our iPhones with the release of the iOS 16.4 developer beta. As reported by Emojipedia, the new set of emojis was unveiled during the draft phase last year and has undergone some changes since then.
Changes in Emoji Designs
One notable change is the design of the shaking head emoji, which is now angled differently than its previous iteration. However, it’s essential to remember that these designs could still be tweaked before the final release of iOS 16.4 (and iPadOS 16.4) ships to consumers in the coming weeks.
What to Expect from Emoji 15.0
As you may recall, Unicode certified the next version of emojis, Emoji 15.0, back in September 2022. With the developer beta release, we have a fair idea of what’s in store for us. Some highlights include:
Heart Emoji Variations
The highly anticipated variations on the heart emoji are finally here! You can expect to see versions in pink, blue, and gray, which will undoubtedly be used to express love and affection in different ways.
Pushing Hand Gestures
Get ready to give a high-five or stop someone with the new pushing hand gestures for both the left and right hands. These emojis are sure to add some fun to your texts!
Shaking Face Emoji
Meet the shaking face emoji, which will likely be used as ‘I’m shook’ by texters. This addition is one of the most interesting features in the new set of emojis.
New Animals and Food Emojis
The new set of animals includes a donkey, moose, goose, jellyfish, and a wing that may fit in with the animals but could also be used to express flying in more metaphorical ways. Other additions include:
- Food and Drink: hyacinth, pea pod, ginger
- Activity: folding hand fan, hair pick
- Objects: flute, maracas
- Symbols: Khanda, wireless symbols
When Can We Expect the Final Release?
Emoji 15.0 will roll out to all supported platforms in early 2023. If you want to try these new emojis now, you can download the iOS 16.4 beta 1 release through Apple’s Developer Program.
Conclusion
With the developer beta release, we have a fair idea of what to expect from the next set of emojis. While some designs could still change before the final release, it’s exciting to see how these new additions will be used by users worldwide.
Related Topics
Bio
- Sarah Perez: Consumer News Editor at TechCrunch. Sarah has worked as a reporter for TechCrunch since August 2011 and previously spent over three years at ReadWriteWeb.
Most Popular Articles
- AI copyright case, Zuckerberg turns to YouTube for his defense
- Tesla to split $100M award for electric truck charging corridor in Illinois
Newsletters
- TechCrunch Daily News: Get the best of TechCrunch’s coverage every weekday and Sunday.
- TechCrunch AI: Stay up-to-date on the latest news in AI from TechCrunch’s experts.
- TechCrunch Space: Get the latest advances in aerospace delivered to your inbox every Monday.
Subscribe
By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice.