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How do I get the new emoji’s?

I want to get a new heart emojis

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on May 20, 2023 6:10 AM

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Posted on May 20, 2023 7:33 AM

If you're running iOS 16.4 or higher, you have the new emojis. If not, install iOS 16.5 to get them.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


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May 20, 2023 7:33 AM in response to nayla36

If you're running iOS 16.4 or higher, you have the new emojis. If not, install iOS 16.5 to get them.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


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