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A sneak peek at nine new(ish) emoji on the way

Nine new emoji are set to debut, sparking excitement and curiosity among tech enthusiasts.

By · Published July 17, 2026  15:47 UTC · Updated July 18, 2026  03:31 UTC

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The obvious questions

What are the new emoji designs for Unicode 18?

The new emoji designs for Unicode 18 include a cracked smiling face, a pickle, and a lighthouse, among others.

When will these new emoji be available on iPhones?

The new emoji are expected to be available on iPhones in 2027.

Which outlets are covering the new emoji designs?

Outlets covering the new emoji designs include Lifehacker, Mashable, Macworld, Hypebeast, Engadget, The Verge, and 9to5Mac.

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Archynetys detected this story across 2 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Jul 15, 15:24 UTC
🇩🇪 German Jul 16, 13:07 UTC · BILD

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The story so far

⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 8 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 8 distinct news outlets with 8 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: Nine new emoji are set to debut, sparking excitement and curiosity among tech enthusiasts.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

The Unicode Consortium has unveiled nine new emoji designs for Unicode 18. These emoji are expected to be available on iPhones in 2027. The new additions include a cracked smiling face, a pickle, and a lighthouse, among others.

Coverage emphasizes the diverse range of emotions and objects the new emoji aim to represent. Outlets such as Lifehacker, Mashable, and Macworld highlight the potential impact of these emoji on digital communication. The Verge and Engadget focus on the unique and expressive nature of the new designs.

The Unicode Consortium's explanation of why some new emoji look familiar may provide further insights. The upcoming release of these emoji on iPhones in 2027 is a key development to watch.

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