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Here are some interesting facts about Emojis!
Emojis have become a global language, used to express emotions, ideas, and even cultural trends in a simple visual form. Here’s a quick look at five fascinating facts about emojis:
1. First Emoji Set in 1999
The first emojis were created in 1999 by Shigetaka Kurita for Japan’s NTT DoCoMo mobile network. The original set consisted of 176 simple, pixelated icons.
2. Global Usage
Emojis are used by over 90% of the online population worldwide, with billions sent every day. They transcend language barriers, making them a universal form of communication.
3. Unicode Standard
Emojis are encoded in the Unicode standard, allowing them to appear consistently across different devices and platforms. There are currently over 3,600 emojis in the Unicode library.
4. Emoji of the Year
Each year, the Oxford Dictionaries choose an “Emoji of the Year.” In 2015, it was the “Face with Tears of Joy” emoji, reflecting its dominance in online conversations.
5. Emojis Have Their Own Day
World Emoji Day is celebrated annually on July 17th, chosen because the calendar emoji displays that date. It’s a fun way to honor the impact of emojis on digital communication.
