# Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers Apple Rolls Out New Stickers Ahead of this Year's WWDC By Amy Duong | Published 2024-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animated-stickers References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/426829/Apple-Rolls-Out-Retro-Animated-Stickers-To-Make-Way-For-WWDC-2024/)  Just ahead of the annual Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple has rolled out a new batch of animated stickers which can be accessed on the Developer app. The company highlights a retro theme as the new collection of digital stickers adds a playful feel to the iMessage and FaceTime experience. There are nine new stickers in total, which are a celebration of Apple's branding history. Some of these include the rainbow serif logo and the notable [Macintosh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-finder-guy) icon that was originally designed by [Susan Kare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/susan-kare). Otherwise, there is also the dogcow character and graphics that celebrate adjacent motifs such as Apple Park, [Apple Vision Pro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apples-mothers-day), and other animated versions of familiar emoji characters to add a fun touch. Image Credit: iMessage ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-revival Branding:** The resurgence of nostalgic branding elements presents an engaging way to resonate with long-time users and attract new demographics. - **Enhanced Messaging Experiences:** Animated stickers introduce dynamic layers to digital conversations, making messaging apps more engaging and expressive. - **Iconic Brand Celebrations:** Leveraging historical branding icons taps into consumer nostalgia, enriching brand identity and loyalty. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tech Gadgets:** As tech companies integrate historical branding with new product lines, opportunities arise to blend innovation with tradition. - **Digital Communication:** Enhanced messaging features, such as animated stickers, allow for more nuanced and entertaining digital interactions in communication platforms. - **Media & Entertainment:** The incorporation of playful, animated elements in digital formats boosts user engagement in media and entertainment applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Sticker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-emojis-sticker-pack.md) - [Social Sticker-Making Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-7.md) - [Prideful Modernist Tech Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-2025-pride-collection.md) - [Social Sticker Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-9.md) - [Personalized AI Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-stickers.md) - [Operating System Stationery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS.md) - [AI Emoji Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iemoji-ai.md) - [Computer Mascot Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-finder-guy.md) - [Vintage Icon-Themed Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/susan-kare.md)