See the 163 new emoji available in iOS 26.4 beta 4

Published: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:22 pm

Apple's iOS 26.4 Beta 4 Introduces 163 New Emoji

Apple has released the iOS 26.4 beta 4, and the update includes a significant expansion of its emoji library. The new beta version features a total of 163 new emoji designs, offering users a wider range of expressive options.

The update includes 13 entirely new emoji concepts, which have been previously previewed. Additionally, the update incorporates 150 new skin tone variations for existing emoji, specifically those depicting wrestling and people with bunny ears.

Emojipedia, a resource dedicated to emoji, has provided a comprehensive overview of the new additions. The new emoji are based on designs introduced last year by Unicode, the organization responsible for standardizing digital characters.

Among the new concepts are a distorted face, a "fight cloud," a "hairy creature" (resembling Bigfoot), an orca, a landslide, a treasure chest, and a ballerina, all available in various skin tones. The "hairy creature" emoji appears to be the most anticipated of the new additions.

Users can explore the complete collection of new emoji introduced in iOS 26.4 by visiting Emojipedia.

BNN's Perspective:

While the addition of new emoji may seem like a minor update, it reflects the ongoing evolution of digital communication. The inclusion of diverse skin tones and new concepts allows for more nuanced and inclusive expression. The "fight cloud" emoji, in particular, could become a popular tool for conveying emotions in a lighthearted way.

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