Apple’s new release of iOS 8.3 beta and OS X 10.10.3 beta for testers includes a long-awaited emoji update, with new, racially diverse humanoid emoji.

No, the new yellow-faced human emoji aren't racist. Here's why. By Jillian D'Onfro. 2015-02-24T19:55:00Z Share. Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link. An icon in the shape of ...

If you want to reassure someone about your close friendship, this emoji is a thoughtful choice. It conveys affection and support, making it suitable for situations where you want to show that you ...

There is a ton of precedent for that already, of course, which is what makes the controversy kind of odd. Default, non-ethnic emoji are already yellow on all major platforms, including Apple ...