No Nerd Emoji!

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#1601

Teddy is right, shame on Apple. Way to go Teddy.

Michael Cocksedge (Wasaga Beach, 2023-12-02)

#1605

It’s the right thing to do!! ❤️

Irene Wreding (Kumla, 2023-12-02)

#1612

It is important & I wear glasses too and I stand by what he means.

Alicia Purewal (Bradford , 2023-12-02)

#1614

totally agree about this youngster i finds its offends me atleast change the teeth the glasses were good

Damob Jesso (Paradise , 2023-12-02)

#1621

I thoroughly agree with Teddy,and furthermore, think that emojis which are derogatory and humiliating and, encourage name-calling, are another form of bullying.

Amanda Gilliard (Belper, 2023-12-02)

#1623

I fully agree, I too wear glasses at 77 and I reject any implied meaning that I am a 'nerd.'

Lyn McConchie (Norsewood, 2023-12-02)

#1624

I hope for a better tomorrow

Evan Peterson (Lander, 2023-12-02)

#1633

The stereotyping of people who wear glasses is tired and lame - how about someone wearing glasses who is cool, confident, and comfortable with their appearance for a change?!

Dave Dravitzki (Napier , 2023-12-02)

#1636

Genius emoji is far better

Marian Schut (Heppen, 2023-12-02)

#1638

I support Teddy. I'm old enough to be his grandma but recall the impact of being called specky four-eyes when I was eleven because I wore glasses. It's time this trope of so-called nerds was consigned to the dustbin of history. Well done Teddy for highlighting what is, in reality, a form of discrimination.

D Hague (Oldham, 2023-12-02)

#1639

There shouldn't be stigma around wearing glasses and nerds shouldn't look stupid. By

Heather McKenzie (Waikanae, 2023-12-02)

#1643

🤓

Kevin Martinez (Bremerton, 2023-12-02)

#1645

The emoji is unnecessary

Jaeme Baker (Rangiora , 2023-12-02)

#1649

I’m signing because I completely agree with Teddy! Two of my children wear glasses and I am signing the petition on their behalf. People who wear glasses deserve more than one emoji with negative connotations.

Shelley Hilsdon (Chesham, 2023-12-02)

#1652

Teddy is absolutely right, do glasses wearing people better Apple!

Maja Canham (Cressy, 2023-12-02)

#1659

I agree that the current nerd emoji needs a revamp. And I love this new design!

Ethan Oberholtzer (Phoenix, 2023-12-02)

#1661

My son wears glasses and agrees with Teddy it makes him sad too!

Kirsty Riddell (Edinburgh, 2023-12-02)

#1662

Mijn dochter draagt een bril en vindt het ook beledigend

Femke Kernor (Kinrooi , 2023-12-02)

#1665

Bravo Teddy 💪🤓

Laïla D (Brussels , 2023-12-02)

#1668

I agree

Evelyn Ferrando (Talca, 2023-12-02)

#1674

teddy es weon

Big Falopas (santiago, 2023-12-02)

#1676

Looks cool, and i am making something like this right now (sadly im not apple employee)

Nikita Maslov (Kyiv, 2023-12-02)

#1677

I've worn glasses since Elementary School and think that the term "Genius" or at least "Smart" would be better than"Nerd" to describe the emoji. Also something closer to Teddy's drawing could make a better emoji because not everyone who might need glasses might also need dental work done (and vice versa). Your current emoji probably disses not one but two groups of people (especially children). Your emoji could be cute without making groups of people (especially children) having to deal with unintended bullying by their peers. In a world filled with sensitive subjects, we all need a lot more kindness toward others. Thank you.

Barbara Barger (Penetanguishene, ON, 2023-12-02)

#1678

I agree with Teddy and believe the “nerd emoji” is offensive and could be better designed

Marilian Moore (Denver, 2023-12-02)

#1679

I wear glasses and as a teacher I would hate to think that children (or anyone) who need glasses would be put off by negative images like this. It’s rude and offensive.

Hilary Rodley (Thames, 2023-12-03)

#1681

I too wear glasses and I’m glad someone is finally trying to change it.

Brandon Morris (Ashland , 2023-12-03)

#1682

I'm signing because I agree with what is being ask, the emoji can be really offensive and very stereotypical thing.

Francisca Barrera (Santiago , 2023-12-03)

#1684

I have always felt embarrassed by this emoji. My one teacher had it hanging on a plaster in the corner of the classroom for absolutely no reason and every time I saw it I felt completely embarrassed. I wear contacts now, but I always thought that even though most of the people that I know that are nerds (myself included) have glasses or contacts, it is not ok to have the teeth with it. It is insensitive and has absolutely no purpose in being there. Your version/name is much better.

Alex Segal (Pittsburgh, 2023-12-03)

#1688

Signing because I don’t want glasses to be associated with being a Nerd (although I have worn glasses all my life and I am a Nerd lol)

Madeleine Griffin (Brampton , 2023-12-03)

#1689

I wear glasses and don't like neither the look nor the name of the nerd emoji!

Pär-Johan Goody-Rohdin (Perth, 2023-12-03)

#1695

I agree

Lella Christiaens (Brussels, 2023-12-03)

#1698

because of the nerd emoji looks nerdy

Gino Vroman Vanderghinste (Waregem, 2023-12-03)

#1707

People who wear glasses should be able to be whatever kind of person they really are - they shouldn't be labelled as nerds.

Helen Oliver (Letchworth , 2023-12-03)

#1713

I’m signing this because he is right! Have taught for over 30!years and can’t tell you how many children are so self conscious about wearing glasses… this doesn’t help at all.

Paula Hale (Cambridge , 2023-12-03)

#1714

My sweet and clever granddaughter has glasses and is waiting for braces. I hope that this emoji will be replaced before it hurts more children.

Clement Vanderperren (oudenaarde, 2023-12-03)

#1715

арен лгося

Кирилл Шилько (Москва, 2023-12-03)

#1716

I'm signin this petition because "nerd emoji" is making genious children fell akward because of their knowledege. Great job Apple :(

Maša . (zagreb, 2023-12-03)

#1724

Anche mia figlia porta gli occhiali,trovo la petizione di Teddy davvero bellissima

Anna Debellis (San severo, 2023-12-03)

#1735

Well done Teddy 😁

Jamie Wilson (Bangor, 2023-12-03)

#1737

I'm signing because I agree with Teddy.

Hannah Lore (Tauranga, 2023-12-03)

#1739

My Child (a girl 11) feels the same.

Katrien Allegaert (Brugge, 2023-12-03)

#1746

Солидарен с петицией.

Даниил Терещенко (Сургут , 2023-12-03)

#1751

Il le fait pour tous ceux qui peuvent se sentir de la même façon que lui.
He is doing it for all the others that might feel the same way he does.

Julie Cossette (Drummondville, 2023-12-03)

#1753

I wholeheartedly agree with change in face and the name. Your reasoning and logic are brilliant. I have worn glasses my entire life and resent this poor image that Apple presents.

Kathy Krizan (Hamilton , 2023-12-03)

#1755

People are butthurt about everything these days. Apple, do NOT listen to this kid. Nobody should listen.
I only wanted to comment, but these websites don't have option to only comment without signing.

Nes Eri (Liverpool, 2023-12-03)

#1766

Listen to the kids. Remove the buckteeth and change the name — anything that can be seen as offensive is just another weapon in a middle school scenario. If Apple condones calling people who look a certain way “nerd”, this spreads onto classrooms. As a teacher, we swat bullying constantly. Help turn this into a positive, please.

Angela Jurgensen (New Westminster, 2023-12-03)

#1768

In 2023 these stereotypes should not exist and be perpetuated. It is extremely offensive to me.

Louise Van Tongeren (Christchurch , 2023-12-03)

#1773

Stereotypes are unacceptable for children and adults.

Chris Johnson (Pebble Beach, 2023-12-03)

#1774

I think the same of Teddy

Matteo Presutto (Brescia, 2023-12-03)

#1778

The nerd emoji takes people back to a time when being considered a nerd was a bad thing and kids who looked like nerds (even ones that weren't actually nerds) got bullied for it. Yes, lets change the nerd emoji to the genious one.

Patricia McClain (Surrey, 2023-12-03)

#1780

I agree with the purpose of this petition

Nathan Whelan (Hinckley, 2023-12-03)

#1784

I agree with Teddy but most of all I want him to believe that he can fight for his rights and win!!!!

Alessandro Morelli (Los Angeles , 2023-12-03)

#1785

He is right

Lev Fomin (London, 2023-12-03)

#1789

I had to wear glasses to see the blackboard at primary school - the teacher constantly called me four eyes other kids soon followed. I would actually bury my glasses when I got home

Lisa Tua (Christchurch , 2023-12-03)

#1794

I’m signing on behalf of my daughter Sophie as she thinks there should be a range of emojis with glasses that are nice. It’s a shame for people that wear glasses that there’s only an unkind version of people wearing glasses.

Tessa Gordelier (Bristol , 2023-12-03)

#1799

Excellent idea!, the world moves thanks to people like you, Teddy!

Jose Manuel Menéndez Martin (Boadilla del Monte, 2023-12-03)