Apple has unveiled its iOS 10.2 software update, bringing with it a whole new range of features.

Along with 72 new emojis, including the long-awaited avocado, the iPhone and iPad software update also brings a number of bug fixes.

This is the second major update to iOS 10, with Apple having released the 10.1.1 update at the end of October.

A range of static wallpapers has been added for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. They are based on designs previously used by Apple in its marketing material (pictured)

WHAT'S NEW IN IOS 10.2? Here are some of the biggest updates to arrive with iOS 10.2: - 72 new emojis - Headphone icon on status bar - New wallpapers for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus - New 'Celebration' and 'Love' iMessage effects - Camera app now preserves settings - New TV app for US users Advertisement

HOW TO DOWNLOAD iOS 10.2

To get the new iPhone and iPad software, users can simply open up the Settings app on their device, then select General, followed by Software Update, then tap on Download and Install.

Alternatively, they hook up their device to iTunes, which will prompt them to download the software update.

The update is available for iPhone 5 models and later, fourth-generation iPads or later and the sixth-generation iPod touch or later.

NEW EMOJI

The update brings a grand total of 72 new emoji.

Several new hand images have been introduced, including a 'fingers crossed' emoji, and 'face-palm' character.

New career emoji include a firefighter, welder, astronaut and even rockstar – all of which can be selected as male or female and in a range of races.

A range of new animals has been added, including a fox, duck, squid and gorilla. A new creepy clown emoji can also now be used.

The iOS 10.2 update brings a grand total of 72 new emoji including an avocado, clinking champagne glasses, crossed fingers and bacon

HOW TO DOWNLOAD IOS 10.2 To get the new iPhone and iPad software, users can simply open up the Settings app on their device, then select General, followed by Software Update, then tap on Download and Install. Alternatively, they hook up their device to iTunes, which will prompt them to download the software update. The update is available for iPhone 5 models and later, fourth-generation iPads or later and the sixth-generation iPod touch or later. Advertisement

HEADPHONE ICON

Following Apple's controversial move to ditch the headphone jack from the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, iOS 2 introduces a new headphone icon. When any wireless Bluetooth headphones are connected to the device, they will show up in the form of a headphone icon in the status bar.

NEW WALLPAPERS

A range of static wallpapers has been added for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus.

Dubbed - the Droplet Blue, Droplet Red and Droplet Yellow - the three designs show a striking coloured blob on a black background.

iMESSAGE IMPROVEMENTS

Apple has added two new affects to its instant messaging app, which previously enabled users to add balloons, confetti and fireworks to their messages.

'Celebration' adds an explosion of lights, similar to the fireworks, with the haptic engine of the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus giving tactile feedback based on the explosions.

A new 'Love' effect blows up a heart-shaped balloon which flies across the message before disappearing.

CAMERA UPDATES

The camera app now enables users to preserve settings.

This keeps the camera in the mode they want to use it in, rather than switching back to the default settings every time they fire it up.

New career emoji include a firefighter, welder and astronaut – all of which can be selected as male or female and in a range of races

Star ratings on Apple music

Apple riled many iOS users when it ditched star ratings when Apple music was overhauled for the launch of iOS 10.

These have now been brought back as a setting.

A 'Rate Song' button will enable users to assign a 1-5 star rating, with top-rated songs being automatically added to the 'My Top Rated' playlist in the app.

TV APP

The new TV app, which is currently limited to iOS users in the US, replaces the Videos app.

As well as playing all downloaded content from iTunes, the app also enables users to connect all their supported media apps and use a single sign-in.

What's more, recommendations for films and TV programmes will be given in the Watch Now section.

The iOS 10.2 update now enables users to preserve settings. This keeps the camera in the mode they want to use it in, rather than switching back to the default settings every time they fire it up

New career emoji include a firefighter, welder, astronaut and even rockstar – all which can be selected as male or female and in a range of races

The new range of emoji includes a clown face and a shrugging man

The new list includes a face-palm, the long-anticipated avocado and a range of different career emoji that have never been seen before, which can also be selected as either male or female

In addition to new people and animals, users will see new food icons such as a tub of honey, paella and a pita sandwich

Several new hand images have been introduced, including a 'fingers crossed' emoji, and 'face-palm' character

A range of new animals has been added, including a fox, duck, squid and gorilla In addition to all the new and exciting emoji, Apple has also updated the appearance of all remaining icons that were not changed in the last revision

Although some people may be disappointing to see the hand crafted details gone from what was included in the original set, 'this new 3D-style looks like a cohesive collection for the first time

The tech giant decided to go with a more bulbous, with sharp detail look for the small pictographs, instead of the traditional handcrafted details

The new emoji include female versions of many icons that were previously only available as males

A black heart has also been added that can be shared with ex-lovers or when you’re feeling cold-hearted. Users can also use a selfie taking emoji, call a friend out for lying and even let friends know that you and your partner are expecting with a pregnant emoji

In addition to all the new and exciting emoji, Apple has also updated the appearance of all remaining icons that were not changed in the last revision, such as the the cars, trucks, bikes and airplanes