This March, Apple enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the launch of iOS 17.4, which could reportedly promise a vibrant array of new emoji characters. The update, likely to arrive early next month, could inject a burst of creativity and expression into text messages and social media conversations on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch devices.
According to the 9to5Mac report, the upcoming emoji expansion will go beyond mere emoticons; it embodies themes of resilience, diversity and individuality. Among the expected additions are symbols representing perseverance and the age-old debate between limes and lemons. Notably, a mushroom reminiscent of the iconic Mario World aesthetic adds a playful touch to the emoji selection.
Excitement is reportedly building as Apple enthusiasts anticipate the rollout of iOS 17.4, which will expand the emoji repertoire to include non-gender-specific family symbols and redesigned existing family emojis. Emojipedia, affiliated with the Unicode Consortium, highlights the purposeful exclusion of additional flags in this update, citing the complexity of representation and the transient nature of many pride flags.
While iOS users eagerly await the new emojis, Samsung users have already enjoyed a sneak peek, albeit with a signature cartoony flair applied to fruit and mushroom characters, which is a delightful departure from conventional designs.
Apple's commitment to inclusivity in emoji representation dates back to 2019, with the introduction of non-binary versions of several human emojis. This commitment underlines the tech giant's ongoing efforts to promote diversity and representation on digital communications platforms.
Looking ahead, anticipation for future emoji releases is growing, with expectations for a summer unveiling and approval expected in September, paving the way for a 2025 rollout.
As users eagerly await the iOS 17.4 update, the upcoming release underlines Apple's commitment to improving user experience and promoting inclusivity in digital communications. With each new emoji, the tech giant continues to redefine the boundaries of expression and creativity in the digital world, inviting users to explore the playful world of symbols and emotions in their daily interactions.
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Published: Feb 17, 2024 7:00 PM IST