Your iPhone with iOS 26 update will get these 8 emojis: Check out
Apple will roll out eight new emoji in a future iOS 26 update, as part of the Unicode 17.0 release. From an orca to a distorted face, here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming soon to your emoji keyboard.
1/9

Trombone
Whether you’re a music lover or just being sarcastic, the new Trombone emoji might come in handy for both.
2/9

Treasure Chest
A classic pirate-worthy emoji finally arrives. Ideal for chats about secrets, wins, or just plain sarcasm.
3/9

Distorted Face
One of the oddest additions yet. Expect this emoji to appear when life feels a bit... off.
4/9

Apple Core
A nod to minimalism, decay, or the end of something sweet. Interpret it how you like.
5/9

Fight Cloud
Straight out of a comic book — this emoji is made for chaotic group chats and playful arguments.
6/9

Ballet Dancers
Graceful and poised, this emoji adds some elegance to your messages. Or maybe just drama.
7/9

Hairy Creature
Bigfoot? Yeti? You decide. Either way, it’s weird enough to be fun.
8/9

Orca
A sleek, intelligent addition to the emoji list. Marine fans will appreciate this one.
9/9

When will these emoji arrive on your iPhone?
These eight emoji are part of the Unicode 17.0 update, but Apple is expected to roll them out in a future iOS 26 update later this year. Based on past timelines, don’t expect them before early 2026.
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