In honor of World Emoji Day on July 17, the Unicode Consortium showcased a preview of the upcoming emojis tied to Unicode 17.0. Among the exciting additions are a trombone, treasure chest, distorted face, hairy creature (Bigfoot/Sasquatch), fight cloud, apple core, orca, ballet dancers, and a landslide.
The distorted face emoji, in particular, has gained popularity in Discord communities as a quirky variation of the embarrassed face emoji, also known as the flushed face. Unicode 17.0 is set to roll out later this year; however, it typically takes Apple several months to design these new emojis in their distinct style.
Consequently, users can expect to see these new emojis on various Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro, with the anticipated update coming in iOS 26.4 and its counterparts for other platforms next March or April. Recently, Apple introduced new emojis in the iOS 18.4 update released in late March, following similar updates in previous versions.
Meanwhile, rumors about the upcoming iPhone 17 models have intensified as the release approaches. Speculation suggests that the iPhone 17 Pro models may feature an aluminum frame, differing from the titanium frame seen in earlier models.
Key changes and features are expected as Apple prepares for the annual iPhone announcement event, tentatively scheduled for the week of September 8, 2025. Additionally, discussions surrounding a foldable iPhone have surfaced, with analysts estimating a starting price between $1,800 and $2,000, making it potentially the most expensive iPhone to date.
As we look forward to these developments, Apple’s public betas for iOS 26 are expected to be available next week, enhancing anticipation for the future of Apple devices and software.
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