Officially it’s not a shaka. But it’s close enough, and people who use emojis will soon be able to send a hand gesture emoji instead of typing \m/ when saying ‘shaka’ in text messages.

Emoji developers unveiled the new images Thursday ... They add: Not to be confused with the shaka sign.

"A dedicated, correct, and fully understood shaka emoji helps unleash the power of the shaka to share peace, love, and happiness ... go to the governor to sign. "The universal appeal and positive ...

"A dedicated, correct, and fully understood shaka emoji helps unleash the power of the shaka to share peace, love, and happiness ... go to the governor to sign. "The universal appeal and positive ...