Attention emoji enthusiasts, because we know what new emoticons are coming. Unicode Consortium, the creators of the emojis, have released Beta for Unicode 17 with new emoji. This way we already know which emoticons we can expect later.
The current range of emoji is already large, which is why the update has been limited to nine brand new emoji that you can send and use later, including an orca, treasury, various ballet dancers and a big foot-like being. The new emoticons will only be added in a later version of iOS 19, iPados 19 and MacOS 16, possibly in the spring of 2026.
Unicode 17 in Beta
Unicode Consortium, the creators of the emojis, have not yet officially announced the new update. However, the new one Unicode 17 Currently in a science phase, which ends at the beginning of July. During this period, a select group of people will have the opportunity to view the new emojis and to critically assess it. Unicode Consortium will probably announce the Niewe emoticons on July 14, World Emoji Day. The final version will then appear in September, after which Apple can make their own design.
9 new emoji and combinations
Nine new emojis, that is a normal number compared to previous years. The ultimate number will probably be slightly higher, because existing emoji will be provided with some innovation.
In total, only nine brand new emojis are added, the others are a supplement to existing or an expansion of a new emoji. Below you will find an overview of all new emojis Shared by emojipedia.
The emoji update of 2025/2026 adds the following new emoticons for the time being: a distorted face, ‘combat cloud’ symbol, ballet dancer, core, orca, big foot-like orphans, trombone, treasure chest and a landslide.
The emoji of the ballet dancer also supports all five standard order options for skin tones. Other emoji will also be available in different skin tones, including the people with rabbit ears the wrestling people.
New software requires
The new emojis for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac are only expected in the spring of 2025. This requires a software update iOS 19, iPados 19, Watchos 12 and MacOS 16. These updates are necessary to use or view the new emoticons.
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