While we might have otherwise put off updating our iPhones for weeks, Apple’s latest software promises some features that will have you downloading the update immediately. Most notably, it includes a bunch of emojis designed to be more inclusive and diverse. There are nearly 60 new designs in total, which feature gender-neutral characters, interracial couples, and disability-focused additions. A blood drop marks the first vagina-related emoji, in hopes to further de-stigmatize discussing periods. And it will also be possible for users to select from multiple skin tone options on group and family emojis.
Not to mention there are a number of new emojis which are just super essential for your daily messaging needs. Those include, but are not limited to, a skunk, sloth, otter, waffle, butter, a yawning face (which we’ll probably use quite often) and an ice cube.