Facebook Tests New Emoticons [VIDEO]

Facebook was supposed to be getting a “dislike” button, but maybe this trial set of emoticons is what will finally roll out. Via Reuters:



Like it or not, Facebook Inc’s trademark “like” button is set to get more expressive. Users will soon be able to do more than “like” posts. They will be able to love them and express sympathy, anger or sadness with animated emoticons. The social network said on Thursday it is launching a pilot test of “Reactions,” with users able select from seven emotions, including like and “wow.” “Dislike,” however, is not one of the options. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a Facebook post Thursday that users have been requesting ways other than like to respond to posts, such as when someone posts about the death of a loved one or a tragic news story. “Not every moment is a good moment, and sometimes you just want a way to express empathy,” wrote Zuckerberg, who said last month the company was working on expanding the like button. “A like might not be the best way to express yourself.”